Welder - Line 23 - 1st Shift

Lincoln Industries; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a Welder to fabricate pipe components using MIG and TIG welding techniques. The role involves working with stainless steel and carbon steel, ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal candidates should have at least two years of welding experience, be AWS certified, and possess strong communication skills. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to train new team members in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of related welding experience, five years preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to interpret various forms of instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG & TIG welding, preferably AWS certified.
• Weld thin wall tube applications and various types of steel.
• Train new welders as needed and work within a team.

Skills

MIG & TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

AWS certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Welder

Job Code: WELD001

Wage Type: Hourly

FLSA Exemption: Non-exempt

Summary

The purpose of this job is to weld fabricated pipe components; meeting product specifications and quality requirements by applying appropriate welding techniques.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform MIG & TIG welding, preferably AWS certified.
• Weld thin wall tube applications.
• Weld 3 and 4 series stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Weld spare parts in various directions: flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead.
• Clamp, hold, tack‑weld, heat‑bend, bolt, or grind spare parts to meet technical/quality requirements of the final product.
• Control fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating, distortion, expansion or shrinkage.
• Examine finished products and spare parts to verify they meet specification requirements.
• Prepare and set up necessary tools and equipment for welding.
• Work within a team environment and train new welders as needed.
• Possess good mechanical knowledge and the ability to read blueprints.
• May come into contact with hazardous chemicals.
• Commit to environmental responsibility and proper disposal of waste (recyclables, hazardous waste, etc.).
• Perform any other tasks required to fulfill Lincoln Industries' beliefs and drivers.

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Team Leader

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED is required.

Minimum two years of related welding experience and/or training. Preferred: five years production welding experience and AWS certification.

Communication Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures.

Other Skills:

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

• Job Category A – High Labor Intensive Category.
• Must perform physical functions equivalent to Category A.
• Recoverable physical demands: 0–25% work activity rarely, 26–50% occasionally, 51–75% frequently, 76–100% constant.
• Exposure to uncomfortable conditions, personal protective equipment required, frequent indoor work, machine interfacing, computer interfacing, hot and cold weather, high humidity, electrical hazards, dirty/dusty/steam/fume/vapor/noisy conditions, chemical exposure, toxic chemicals, fire hazards, confined spaces, awkward or minimized workspace, walking, stooping, bending, balancing, reaching, continuous standing, climbing (catwalk, steps, ladders), carrying <50 lbs, lifting <100 lbs, twisting, turning, pinching, gripping, vibration.
• Operational tasks such as hand tools, polishing lathes, equipment usage, pipe bending or cutting equipment, and squatting are also part of the physical demands.

Training Requirements

Training requirements as defined in the Learning Management System based on the role.