Welder II

PLUG POWER INC

Lafayette (IN)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 47,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) with 5% company match
Bonus eligibility
Paid time off

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Welder II to join our manufacturing team. The role emphasizes welding and fabrication, following defined steps from identifying materials to inspecting welds for quality per ASME standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of welding experience, can read blueprints, and operates GTAW, GMAW and FCAW processes. On-site welding tests are required. The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $23.50–$34.00 plus health, dental and retirement

Qualifications

  • Proven welding experience with GTAW, GMAW and FCAW.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
  • Experience using grinders, calipers and measuring tools.
  • Must pass on-site welding test.

Responsibilities

  • Identify materials to be welded and appropriate welding/fabrication method.
  • Prepare and fit materials for welding/fabrication using grinders, clamps, tape measures, etc.
  • Weld materials within the WPS parameters per the engineering weld callout.
  • Inspect welds to ensure quality and ASME specifications are met.

Skills

GTAW
GMAW
FCAW
Blueprint reading
Calipers

Tools

Grinders

Job description

Welder II### Welder IIApply: Lafayette, IN Manufacturing Facility: Full time: Posted Today: R7235# **Welder II** **Status:** Non-exempt (hourly) **Position Summary**The welder is responsible for the construction of various products primarily focusing on welding and fabrication techniques. The welder will follow the process below in every welding scenario (I, P, W, C, I)* **Identify** materials to be welded and appropriate welding/ fabrication method.* **Prepare** and fit materials for welding/ fabrication using grinders, clamps, tape measures, etc.* **Weld** materials within the WPS parameters per the engineering weld callout.* **Clean** welded materials.* **Inspect** welds to ensure quality standards and engineering weld callouts have been met.**Core Duties and Responsibilities*** Operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision* Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures* Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements* Set up components for welding according to specifications* Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded* Align components using calipers, tape measures, etc. and clamp pieces* Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)* Able to determine that weld meets ASME specifications **Education and Experience*** The ideal candidate will have a steady hand and great attention to detail* Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential* Proven experience as welder* Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW)* Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)* Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings* Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)* Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience**\\*Must be able to pass on-site welding test\\*** **Welder I – 0-5 years’ experience****Welder II – 5-8 years’ experience****Senior Welder– 8+ years’ experience****Master Welder – 10+ years’ experience & Cryogenic experience** Pay Rate:$23.50 - $34.00We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire✓401(k) with 5% company match✓Bonus eligibility✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time✓Paid Holidays✓Wellness Reimbursement Program✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement✓Fertility and Family Building Benefit✓Employee Referral program✓Employee Assistance ProgramPlug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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