Welder - Day Shift - Prairie du Chien, WI

ZipRecruiter; Prairie du Chien (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy equipment manufacturing is seeking a Welder to join their team. This full-time position requires a passion for craftsmanship and the ability to adhere to strict safety protocols. Successful candidates will work on a variety of projects involving metal components, ensuring quality and precision in welds. If you have a High School Diploma or GED and some experience in welding, consider applying for this opportunity to be part of an innovative and respected organization.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required.
• 0-1 year of Welding experience required.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal components with equipment as per specifications.
• Inspect metal prior to welding for cleanliness.
• Keep work area clean and perform duties safely.

Skills

Welding

Grinding

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionABOUT THE POSITION
Under the direction and supervision of the Department Production Manager and in cooperation with the Production Supervisor and Production Lead, weld metal components with welding equipment to fit and join, fabricate, and/or repair heavy and large mechanical products per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule.

Key Deliverables

• Adhere to all safety rules and perform work at a quality level
• Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.
• Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.
• Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds.
• Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec’s standards.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Ability to perform grinding and be able to pass a required welding skills test.
• Necessary to be able to do all Grinder tasks.
• Must be able to safely perform gang-welding techniques (dos and don’ts).
• Must be able to safely weld vertically, flat, and overhead with both MiG and stick.
• Must inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability and clean welds to presentable state (grinding operations).
• Must work with Fitters on proper assembly of equipment.
• Keep work area clean and neat.
• Clock in on assigned jobs as appropriate.
• Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed.
• Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts.
• Must be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding including hood and filter shades and arm/body protection.
• Must be able to read and understand welding symbols.
• Must maintain welding machines by keeping them clean and changing liners in the welding guns.
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 year of Welding experience required.
• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience .
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close programs/files.
• Knowledge and ability to perform all Grinder tasks required.
• Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required.
• Ability to read and understand welding symbols required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers.
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals.
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment
Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of , creed, color, , (), , , marital status, , ancestry, , , citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.