Welder I

BigTopUSA; Perry, Northern (FL, KY); Híbrido; USD 57.308.000 - 80.231.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance (after 60 days)

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Generous vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Big Top, a Perry, Florida fabric structures manufacturer, seeks a production welder to join our shop. The role emphasizes consistent attendance, precise welding to sketches, and maintaining high quality while meeting tight production timelines.

The position requires the use of cutting torches and hand tools, adherence to safety, and readiness to adapt to overtime as needed to support production goals.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ welding experience or graduation from a certified welding program preferred.
• Must successfully complete Big Top welding test.
• Follow company safety procedures and processes.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
• Read sketches and build products accordingly; check parts in process against sketches.
• Apply the correct type and quality of weld as directed.
• Minimize material waste.
• Maintain equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Follow safety guidelines and report violations or accidents.
• Assist in training new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards.
• Follow supervisor instructions.
• Maintain housekeeping in your area and the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Team player

Time management

Read tape measure 1/16"

Welding test required

Safety procedures

Occasional travel

Educación

HS diploma or equivalent

2 years welding experience

Herramientas

Cutting torch

Grinder

Saws

Speed square

Level & framing square

Descripción del empleo

Description

For over four decades, Big Top has manufactured and installed high-performance fabric structures in the United States, delivering American-made quality, innovation, and reliability. We don’t just build shelters - we engineer solutions that optimize operations, safeguard assets, and provide a competitive edge for companies worldwide. With the support and financial backing of Altamont Capital Partners, we are in an exciting phase of growth, expansion, and innovation.

In this position, welding occurs in a production environment at a fixed welding station. Welders are responsible for achieving immediate and short-term production objectives laid down by the Welding Supervisor. This position requires near perfect attendance and punctuality. Employees are expected to be in their department area before the shift starts. Reasonable overtime hours may be required to meet production needs. This position reports directly to the Weld Shop Supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all parts are produced on time and are of good quality.
• Read sketches, build products accordingly. Check pieces in process against sketches.
• Apply the correct type and quality of weld as directed.
• Minimize material waste.
• Responsible for care and preventive maintenance of the equipment in use.
• Follow all safety guidelines and report violations, accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
• Follow instructions given by supervisor.
• Responsible for housekeeping in your area and the entire facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Occasional travel may be required. Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Team Player.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Requires the use of cutting torch, grinder, saws, speed square, level and framing square.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16".
• Must successfully complete Big Top welding test.
• Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ welding experience or graduation from a certified welding program preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to accurately exchange information with co-workers and management.
• Heavy lifting (50lbs) is required on a regular basis.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials.
• Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time while using tools and machinery and performing repetitive actions.
• Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify and operate machinery and equipment.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Temperature of work environment ranges from 15 - 110°F.
• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours subject to change at the discretion of management. Overtime is required, as needed to support production goals.

• After 60 days, employees are provided with health, dental and vision insurance at no cost – the premiums are 100% employer-paid!
• Other benefits include 401(k) with company match
• free short-term and long-term disability
• life insurance
• an employee assistance program
• We also offer a generous vacation allowance to support work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

At Big Top, our actions are guided by a strong set of core values; a pursuit of excellence, a commitment to teamwork, a sense of ownership and a focus on being solution-oriented. We believe each team member plays an important role in helping us achieve our shared goals and we are continuously striving to build a workplace where employees are empowered to contribute in new ways.

Big Top does not discriminate based upon race, religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We comply with all federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Big Top is headquartered in Perry, Florida, about 50 miles outside of Tallahassee. Located along Florida's Nature Coast, Perry offers an abundance of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, and boating. Learn more about Perry by visiting https://www.visitflorida.com/places-to-go/north-central/perry/.