Welder/fitter Day Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands; Lexington, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

Dental benefits starting day 1

Vision benefits starting day 1

PTO

Paid holidays

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands in Lexington, TN is seeking a motivated production welder to perform MIG welding on structural steel such as rigid frame columns, rafters, beams, and related assemblies. The role requires attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with overtime expected.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year welding experience or valid welding certification; reading blueprints is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least 1 year of welding experience in a production environment or valid welding certification.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certification per Cornerstone procedures.
• Experience with forklift and/or overhead crane is a plus.
• Comfort with power hand tools and basic measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Know and follow all safety rules for a manufacturing environment.
• Set welder settings, gun speed/travel, and gas flow based on bead condition.
• Read tape measures and blueprints to shop standards.
• Decide when adjustments to gun or technique are needed.
• Train others in proper welding procedures per procedures.
• Operate overhead crane and other lifting equipment.
• Maintain bead quality to specified shape, size, and penetration.
• Keep numerical/alphabetical sequences correct in work area.
• Support continuous improvement in the work area.

Skills

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Welding technique

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Welding certification

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Pay: $25

Bonus Pay: Quarterly Gainsharing Bonus

Schedule: Day Shift (6:00am - 4:30pm-10 Hours)

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a motivated and experienced production welder to join our team! This position engages in the full scope of MIG weld processes on a variety of structural steel including (but not limited to) rigid frame columns, rafters, pipe, beam canopy rafters, small parts, clips, and special assemblies. Welded parts may include thin gauge, painted, or galvanized material. The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of welding techniques and have a high attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment.

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off on day one and mentorship support to ensure successful team member growth and development. Overtime is anticipated with this full-time, direct hire opportunity.

• Knows and understands all safety rules and precautions necessary for working in and about a manufacturing environment
• Responsible for coordination of welder settings, gun speed/travel and gas flow with observed condition of bead
• Ability to read a tape measure and blue prints to shop standard
• Ability to decide when adjustment or gun manipulation needs to be altered
• Ability to decide how much and what repairs to make for pin holes and burn through caused by auto welder
• Ability to train and teach proper welding procedures in accordance with manufacturing job procedures
• Ability to operate overhead crane and other lifting equipment
• Responsible for holding bead to specified shape, size and penetrations while maintain the quality of the product
• Responsible for keeping numerical and alphabetical sequences correct
• Maintains continuous improvement practices in work area
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience welding in a production environment or valid welding certification
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certification in accordance with Cornerstone Building Brands welding procedures
• Experience with a forklift and/or overhead crane operation a plus
• Comfort and familiarity with power hand tools
• Willingness to train, certify, and operate forklift and overhead crane
• Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• General mathematical knowledge and proficiency with basic measuring instruments

Additional Information

Site Address:422 Kirby Dr, Lexington, TN 38351

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [e-mail]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

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