Welder II

Northern Tool + Equipment; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 30,996 - 45,254; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous employee discount

Paid holidays

Daily pay option

Job summary

Northern Tool + Equipment in Faribault, Minnesota is seeking an experienced Welder II to join our dynamic welding team. The role involves producing high-quality products through wire feed welding and operating various welding equipment. Enthusiastic candidates with at least two years of welding experience and strong blueprint reading skills are encouraged to apply.

This position features competitive hourly pay between $22.50 and $32.85 depending on experience, full-time work hours from Monday to Thursday, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience with production welding.
• Must pass a welding test during the interview process.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Produces high quality Northern Tool products through wire feed welding.
• Sets up and operates various welding equipment.
• Drives forklift to move products as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Welding techniques

Equipment operation

Education

High School education or equivalent

2-year Vo-tech certification

Job description

We are searching for an experienced Welder II to join our welding team at Northern Tool + Equipment Manufacturing! Join our team as we continue to build the highest quality pressure washers, generators, trailers and more for NTE's owned NorthStar brand. Starting pay for this role is $22.50, dependent on qualifications, skill, and test results.

The interview process for this role will include an onsite welding test.

Primary Objective of Position

To efficiently produce high quality products through wire feed welding and to gain the knowledge, skill and ability to increase welding level.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Produces high quality Northern Tool products through wire feed welding.
• Sets up and operates various welding equipment.
• Works towards and assists others in meeting direct labor utilization goals.
• Moves product through the factory using Kanban.
• Actively participates in tiered accountability process.
• Troubleshoots welding machine as needed.
• Drives forklift to move product as needed.
• Keeps a safe work environment and reports safety observations.
• Assists in other departments. Operates various machines and equipment as needed.
• Helps train new employees as needed.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Keeps supervisor informed of important developments, potential problems and related information necessary for effective management. Coordinates and communicates plans and activities with others, as appropriate to ensure a coordinated work effort and team approach.
• Performs related work as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent, 2-year Vo-tech certification strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience with production welding.
• Excellent blueprint reading skills.
• Must pass a welding test during interview process.
• Ability to work a schedule based on the understanding of responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to accurately read and match numbers.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions and communicate to personnel.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work in a manner that promotes a safe working environment.
• Ability to contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ability to obtain equipment license or power equipment certification as required.
• Demonstrates Northern Tool + Equipment’s 12 Core Competencies.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the facility during required length of the shift.
• Frequently required bend, stoop, push and pull objects.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities include depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to communicate.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift up 50 pounds.
• Ability to rarely lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet.
• Ability to operate forklift, motorized pallet jack or other power equipment as necessary.

Personal Protective Equipment Required

• Protective footwear (steel-toe boots/shoes)
• Protective eyewear required.
• Protective hearing required.
• Welding helmet
• Welding gloves
• Welding cape/sleeves

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn $22.50 - $32.85 hourly, personalized based on skills, experience, and location.
• Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Thursday schedule from 6am - 4:30pm, with overtime primarily worked on Fridays.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with enhanced company match.
• Generous Employee Discount: Significant discount on company products.
• Daily Pay option: Access earnings immediately.
• Paid Holidays: 7 paid federal holidays.
• Incentives: Eligible incentive programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northern Tool + Equipment is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.