Welder - Day Shift

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

PTO up to 15 days in first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO Logistics, Inc. is actively hiring for a Welder in Searcy, AR. This role performs welding activities, operates welding equipment safely, and fabricates components to meet production standards. You will inspect welds, set up in jigs, and collaborate with teammates while upholding company policies and core values.

The position offers full benefits, a regular shift, and opportunities for growth as you contribute to a high-performing, safety-conscious team at XPO.

Qualifications

• Able to pass a welding test.
• Able to follow blueprints and plan of work procedures.
• 2 years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Display a professional demeanor and communicate in a respectful and collaborative manner.
• Able to follow directions, be engaged and productive and remain adaptable to changing conditions and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Perform all welding activities and operate all welding equipment and tooling in a safe manner.
• Meet production requirements and standards.
• Verify welding results through inspections and weld tests, if necessary.
• Fabricate components by using equipment to clean, cut, burn and weld pieces.
• Set up components in jigs and fixtures.
• Work with and support other members of the company.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and reliable attendance.
• Demonstrate the XPO's core values and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Welding experience

Fabrication experience

Blueprint reading

Professional demeanor

Follow directions

Job description

What you'll need to succeed as a Welder at XPO

• Able to pass a welding test
• Able to follow blueprints and plan of work procedures

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of welding and fabrication experience
• Display a professional demeanor and communicate in a respectful and collaborative manner
• Able to follow directions, be engaged and productive and remain adaptable to changing conditions and expectations

About the Welder job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm, occasional Fridays
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days PTO over the course of your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Perform all welding activities and operate all welding equipment and tooling in a safe manner
• Meet production requirements and standards
• Verify welding results through inspections and weld tests, if necessary
• Fabricate components by using equipment to clean, cut, burn and weld pieces
• Set up components in jigs and fixtures
• Work with and support other members of the company
• Maintain punctual, regular, and reliable attendance
• Demonstrate the XPO's core values and comply with all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Welders are required to:

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work outside on occasion
• Reach (including above your head)
• Safely walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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