Welder - Lead - 1st Shift

Atkore International Group; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturing firm as a Welder - Lead, where you'll play a pivotal role in guiding a team of welders and ensuring high-quality fabrication of aluminum cable trays. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, emphasizing safety and teamwork. With a commitment to integrity and excellence, this company fosters a collaborative culture that values employee contributions. If you have a passion for welding and are eager to take on leadership responsibilities, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and rewarding atmosphere.

Benefits

Great Place to Work certification

Top Workplaces USA award

Collaborative culture

Engaged workforce

Qualifications

• 3+ years of welding experience required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide other welders in the department.
• Perform setup and operation of welding machines.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Interpretation

Lean Manufacturing

Fabricating Tools Usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Welding Certificate

Tools

Welding Machines

Basic Fabricating Tools

Job description

We are currently searching for a Welder - Lead - 1st Shift to be based out of Cartersville, GA. Reporting to the Welding Supervisor, this person will be responsible for welding aluminum cable trays, as well as providing direction and guidance to other welders in the department. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of welding experience. Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system-based company is desired.

What you’ll do:

• Direct and provide guidance to other welders in the department
• Perform setup, adjustments, and operation of welding machines within the department
• Ability to use basic fabricating tools (i.e., tape measure)
• Interpret drawings and fabricate based on blueprints
• Fabricate per customer requirements adhering to specifications
• Actively participate in Atkore’s safety program
• Cross-train in different areas of the shop as required
• Ensure all processes are carried out with the required use of safety controls and PPE

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of welding experience
• Ability to read a tape measure
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)
• Ability to work 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday
• Technical School Welding Certificate (preferred)
• Ability to squat, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work a 10-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting of materials and products up to 50 pounds. The manufacturing plant is not climate controlled. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment, including but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and safety work shoes. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
• Gain an understanding of your team.
• Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns.

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!