Welder I, 1st shift - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; Town of Tomah (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toro Company is hiring an experienced welder to join our manufacturing team in Wisconsin. You will read blueprints, align parts, and MIG weld components per specifications, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Starting Pay is $24.51 per hour for first shift (Mon–Fri, 6:00am–2:30pm) with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in M.I.G. welding techniques.
• Ability to follow instructions and quickly learn new skills and processes.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement and personal development
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with a variety of cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance standards

Responsibilities

• Pass weld tests to demonstrate skill and accuracy.
• Read and interpret blueprints and 3D models.
• Ensure proper alignment and fit-up of parts prior to welding per blueprint specifications.
• Inspect materials and structures before welding to verify quality and readiness.
• Weld components according to blueprint specifications and procedures.
• Monitor welding process and adjust equipment for optimal results.
• Maintain welding equipment and machinery.
• Maintain inventory of parts and materials within the work area.
• Label parts properly and monitor tooling for wear or damage.
• Report tooling issues to supervisor and maintain a clean, 5S work area.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Precision alignment

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment maintenance

3D model interpretation

Job description

Starting Pay: $24.51 per hour 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm with overtime when needed.

What Will You Do?

• Successfully pass weld tests to demonstrate skill and accuracy.
• Read and interpret blueprints and 3D models
• Ensure proper alignment and fit-up of parts prior to welding, based on blueprint specifications.
• Inspect materials and structures before welding to verify quality and readiness.
• Weld components according to blueprint specifications and established procedures.
• Monitor the welding process and make necessary adjustments to equipment for optimal results.
• Maintain welding equipment and machinery to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain accurate inventory of parts and materials within the assigned work area.
• Responsible for proper labeling of parts.
• Monitor tooling for wear or damage and report repair needs promptly.
• Notify supervisor immediately of any tooling problems.
• Maintain a clean work area according to 5S standards
• Maintain a strong focus on safety by following all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned

What Do You Need?

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in M.I.G. welding techniques.
• Ability to follow instructions and quickly learn new skills and processes.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement and personal development
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with a variety of cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance standards
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking: Continuous
• Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping: Frequent
• Reaching Above Shoulder: Frequent
• Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.): Occasional
• Sitting: Occasional
• Working Read/Monitor various equipment/machinery: Continuous
• Being around and/or operating moving machinery/equipment: Continuous
• Unprotected Heights: N/A
• Lifting from 0 to 50 pounds: Occasional
• Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials (0-75lbs): Occasional
• Operating a vehicle (as part of your job): Occasional
• Hand Movements: Simple grasping (right and left): Continuous
• Firm grasping (right and left): Continuous
• Fine manipulating (right and left): Continuous
• Recording data: Occasional
• Operating office equipment: Occasional
• Operating computer: Occasional
• Foot movements to operate foot controls: Frequent
• Vision: good, close vision, corrected to normal: YES
• Color Definition Required: YES
• Hearing: Good hearing, corrected to normal: YES
• Mobility: Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas.
• Plant, Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area: Continuous
• Office locations: Occasional

Basic Mental Requirements:

This job requires mental capabilities to efficiently prioritize tasks. Furthermore, the incumbent must have a high degree of attention to prevent injury to others.

Working Conditions and Exposures:

Working conditions vary. Exposures include moving equipment/machinery, noise, vibration, heat, and some moderate climate variability.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Safety glasses, hearing protection, footwear with steel-toe and metatarsal guards.
• Other PPE may be task specific or required based on the job or department: gloves, face shield, high visibility vest, FR clothing, respirator, etc.

NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners – in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world.