Welder Lead (Welder III Straight Tray) - 2nd Shift (4:00pm-12:30am) - $27.00/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential

Atkore; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Leave under federal/state/local law

Job summary

Atkore is seeking a Welder Lead for the 2nd shift in Cartersville, GA to weld aluminum cable trays and supervise other welders. Reporting to the Welding Supervisor, you will set up equipment, read blueprints, and ensure customer specifications are met while maintaining safety protocols.

The role requires 3+ years of welding experience, the ability to read a tape measure, and a high school diploma or GED. A welding certificate is preferred; lifting up to 50 lbs and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years welding experience.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 off 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

Skills

Welding experience

Tape measure reading

Stand 10-hour shifts

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Welding Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Welder Lead (Welder III Straight Tray) - 2nd Shift (4:00pm-12:30am) - $27.00/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a Welder - Lead - 2nd Shift to be based out of Cartersville, GA. Reporting to 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. Experience in lean manufacturing or 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 off 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

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

The Essential Functions

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years welding experience
• Ability to read a tape measure
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 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

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

Who we are:

Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a three-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!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $27.00/hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits Are Subject To Vesting And Eligibility Requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.