Welder I

Sealed Air Corporation; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid elder care

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation in Ayer, Massachusetts, is seeking a Welder for our 1st shift (7:30 am – 4:00 pm). The role requires welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, with reading blueprints and following SOPs.

The candidate should be able to lift 50+ lbs and work under minimal supervision while contributing to safe, efficient production. Pay ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, with full benefits and retirement options included.

Qualifications

• 2 years MIG and TIG welding experience preferred.
• 2 years metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge preferred.
• Able to follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal parts using MIG or TIG on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Preheat workpieces preparatory to welding or bending, using torch.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measurements to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Dismantle metal assemblies or cut scrap metal using flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment.
• Select, position, and secure torch, cutting tips or welding rod as needed.
• Fuse parts together, seal tension points and add metal to build up parts.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Accomplish organization goals by adding value to job accomplishments.
• Ensure a safe work environment through safe practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Heat settings

Time settings

Lean Six Sigma

SOP adherence

English literacy

Team orientation

Job description

dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

Job Description

Our equipment manufacturing facility, located in Ayer, Massachusetts, is seeking a Welder with exceptional work ethics to fill our current 1st shift opening (7:30 am - 4:00 pm). The employee must have knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. The qualified candidates must be able to work from written and verbal instructions under minimal supervision. Our ideal team members must possess a solid work history with the willingness to learn our manufacturing processes.

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00

Shift: Morning

Responsibilities

• Welding metal parts together using M.I.G. or T.I.G. systems on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Preheat workpieces preparatory to welding or bending, using torch.
• Examines workpiece for defects and measurements with straightedge or template to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Dismantles metal assemblies or cuts scrap metal, using thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment as needed.
• Selects, positions, and secures torch, cutting tips or welding rod, according to type, thickness, area, and desired temperature of metal.
• Fuses parts together, seals tension points and adds metal to build up parts.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Accomplish organization goals by exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Assures a safe work environment through understanding and following safe work practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to use all measuring devices.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Possess an understanding of proper heat and time settings.
• Ability to differentiate between metals.
• 2 years M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding experience, preferred
• 2 years' experience in metal fabrication, preferred
• Ability to lift and move 50+ lbs.
• Familiar with Lean Six Sigma concepts strongly preferred.
• Able to follow SOPs.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Able to read, write and speak English
• Goal oriented and self motivated

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.