Welder I - 2nd Shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation is seeking a Welder to perform TIG welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and sheet metal components. The role includes prep, priming, painting, and operating semi-automated saws while adhering to quality specifications and safety procedures.

Employees will handle material with forklift support, assist across departments as needed, and participate in shift meetings and trainings. Regular hours are listed; overtime may be required based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Read and understand production orders and blueprints.
• Welding experience and certification preferred but not required.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills (ruler to 1/64" and protractor).
• Flexible team player with a reliable work ethic.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills for effective communication with team and leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Forklift experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• TIG weld aluminum and stainless-steel sheet metal to spec.
• Prep, prime, and paint welded parts.
• Operate semi-automated extrusion saw; punch extruded bar; roll radius extruded bar.
• Handle material including forklift movements and unloading trucks.
• Maintain productivity through ERP production control system as orders finish.
• Observe safety requirements and report near misses/incidents.
• Keep work area aligned with 6S standards.
• Assist as needed on shears, presses, packaging, or shipping duties.
• Attend department and shift safety trainings and meetings.

Skills

Read blueprints/orders

Welding experience

Measurement accuracy

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding Certification Preferred

Job description

Job Summary

This position is expected to perform all activities required within the Welding department to produce components for customer orders. These tasks include, but are not limited to, TIG welding of sheet metal, aluminum, and stainless steel, as well as cutting, punching, and rolling of extruded aluminum bar. Welders are also responsible for all touch-up paint work. This position can expect to be reassigned to other departments frequently as business needs dictate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• TIG weld formed aluminum and stainless-steel sheet metal components to production specification and quality requirements.
• Prep, prime, and paint welded parts.
• Operate semi-automated extrusion saw.
• Punching extruded bar.
• Slitting and rolling radius extruded bar.
• Material handling to include forklift movement and unloading truck.
• Accurately manage productivity through our production control system (ERP) as orders are completed.
• Observe plant safety requirements and advise management on safety concerns through near miss and incident reporting.
• Maintain work area to established 6S standard.
• Serve as a helper or machine operator on shears, presses, packaging/shipping or any other additional duties, as required by management.
• Attend and participate in department and shift meetings including trainings for safety and other workplace training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Read and understand production orders and blueprint drawings.
• Welding experience and certification preferred but not required.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills, especially ruler (to 1/64\") and protractor.
• Flexible team player with a solid work ethic and reliability.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to allow effective communication with other team members and leadership.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Resourceful problem-solver who works well independently.
• Forklift experience preferred but not required.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Welding Certification Preferred
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in a welding work-cell.

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outdoor temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts & pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
• Hours Worked: M-F, 2PM - 10PM
• Flexible to the possibility of Overtime when required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

• 1-10 LBS

PUSHING OR PULLING:

• 1-40 LBS

• 41-50 LBS

• 51 OR MORE LBS

BENDING OR STOOPING

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)

WALKING

STANDING

SITTING

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

REPETITIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)

VISION

HEARING

DEXTERITY

HAND EYE COORDINATION

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:

• Personal Protective Equipment is regularly required for this position which includes steel or composite toe boots, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves and arm guards, and hearing protection.