Welder Helper (Part-time)

Wabtec; Albia (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welder Helper to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the fabrication of weldments, operating various welding equipment, and ensuring quality standards are met. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where safety and innovation are prioritized. If you are eager to learn and grow in a challenging yet rewarding role, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a company committed to creating impactful solutions and fostering a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 1st shift hours on a part-time/full-time basis.
• Working knowledge of weld machines and blueprints required.
• Ability to lift material up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform multiple tasks to support the fabrication of weldments.
• Set up and operate a variety of welders and manual fabrication equipment.
• Use standard fabrication tools and maintain quality.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Basic Computer Skills

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIG Welding Equipment

TIG Welding Equipment

Drill Press

Band Saw

Hand Tools

Electric Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Role Summary: Welder Helper will be responsible for performing multiple tasks to support the fabrication of weldments and its components. In addition to Welding, you will have responsibility for assembling components and other duties as assigned.

Welder responsibilities may include but is not limited to the following:

• Understand and perform basic functions required to set up and operate a variety of Welders, manual Fabrication equipment such as torches and grinders.
• Use standard fabrication tools including, but not limited to drill press, band saw, MIG, TIG welding equipment etc., and a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools.
• Change and adjust tools as required to maintain quality.
• Set up both fixtures and parts for welding.
• Use manual tape measure and protractors.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be able to work 1st shift hours on a part-time/full-time basis as production requires.
• Working knowledge of weld machines.
• Basic knowledge using blueprints and manufacturing instructions to produce weldments.
• Must be able to lift material up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment.
• Must be able to adhere to standards, do a quality job in a safe manner, within allotted time.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Every employee will be an in-process inspector.
• Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs and safety shoes.
• Must be willing to work in a tobacco-free environment.
• Be willing to take a drug test & submit to a background check as part of the selection process.
• Be willing to submit to random drug tests.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Must be willing to work as necessary to meet requirements of the position, including the ability to work occasional weekends and scheduled overtime.

Desired Characteristics:

• Demonstrates safety mindset.
• Demonstrates leadership & actively participates in teaming.
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly and train others.
• Demonstrates a high standard of personal conduct & customer service.
• Professionalism; Demonstrates ability to be self- driven & proactive in achieving takt & staying on track with Master Schedule

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

About the company

Wabtec Corporation is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999.