Welder/Fabricator II (Day Shift)

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Welder/Fabricator II, where your skills in welding and fabrication will play a vital role in creating high-quality metal structures. This dynamic position involves training others, improving processes, and ensuring safety standards are met. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values craftsmanship and offers competitive pay along with excellent benefits. Experience the charm of small-town living in Pullman, WA, while contributing to projects that enhance power reliability and safety globally. If you're passionate about your craft and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Options

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Skilled in welding and fabrication with a focus on precision and safety.
• Experience in training others and improving manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality welding and fabrication tasks.
• Train staff on CNC equipment operation and manufacturability.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

CNC Operation

Mathematics

Documentation Skills

Teamwork

Training Others

Education

Trade School Degree

6 Years of Shop Experience

Tools

CNC Equipment

Computer Software

Job description

Welder/Fabricator II (Day Shift)

Welder/Fabricator II (Day Shift)

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Welder/Fabricator II to join our dynamic Fabrication department at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL). In this role, you will be responsible for performing high-quality welding and fabrication tasks, ensuring precision and adherence to safety standards. Your expertise will contribute to the creation and maintenance of various metal structures and components, playing a crucial part in our production process.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and a passion for craftsmanship, we would love to hear from you. Join us and be a part of a team that values excellence and innovation in every project!

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 6:30AM to 3:00PM.

As a Welder/Fabricator II, a typical day will include the following:

• Train less experienced staff to set up and manually operate the CNC equipment to produce complex parts to specification.
• Train others about manufacturability. Promptly share relevant information with stakeholders.
• Improve processes and capable of executing required maintenance activities.
• Learn and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job might be for you if you have:

• Trade school degree or 6 years of shop experience
• Advanced experience in the field required
• Proficient with applicable computer software as relevant
• Service attitude, quality and OTP for internal customer
• Strong math skills
• Ability to accurately measure parts
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to teach and learn new skills, open to take on new responsibilities, and train others
• Ability to motivate others to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
• Pull weight from high/low shelves
• Reach
• Bend
• Grip
• Twist
• Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
• Fine finger dexterity

Location Information:

This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Pay Range Data:

New hires generally start between $20.77- $31.15 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

About Us

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.