Welder - MIG & TIG

Midland Manufacturing Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Midland Manufacturing Company, a Dover Company, seeks a Welder to operate TIG and MIG welding machines on varied parts, ensuring quality and adherence to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003. You will read blueprints, set up welds, and complete required paperwork while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

This is 1st shift, Mon-Fri, with pay range $20-38.35 per hour depending on skill. Experience welding for pressure devices such as tanks and valves is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 2-3 years MIG/TIG welding experience preferred.
• Experience welding for pressurized devices (tanks, valves).

Responsibilities

• Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Read blueprints, process specs and welding symbols before work.
• Ensure conformance with specifications and quality standards (ISO 9001:2015, AAR M-1003).
• Maintain safe, clean work area and follow all policies.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading & interpreting information

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Welding equipment operation

Job description

Job Description

Midland Manufacturing, part of OPW, a Dover Company is a leader in the rail tank car valves and fittings industry. Our innovative rail products are manufactured and engineered for the safe and efficient loading, transporting, and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products.

Overview

The Welder will operate TIG & MIG welding machines, including power up, cleaning and finish weld on various parts and maintaining cleanliness while working. The Welder is expected to meet productivity and quality requirements while performing welds according to specifications

1st shift Monday-Friday

$20-38.35 Highly dependent upon skill set and experience. Must have experience in welding for pressure device products ie tanks, valves.

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Responsibilities

• Work safely following all established policies and procedures
• Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking distortion, or expansion of materials
• Examine work pieces for defects, and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
• Must be able to read blueprints, welding process specifications and welding symbols
• Layouts, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers and rulers
• Report all non-conforming material to the supervisor
• Understand and perform to all quality regulations, standards and policies, including but not limited to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003. Follow work procedures and ensure highest level of quality
• Ensure assigned work is understood prior to commissioning
• Complete housekeeping and 5S duties in assigned areas or project area on a regular basis
• Complete assigned work within given timeframe and according to the specifications
• Complete required paperwork relevant to job
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned
• Reorders raw material for Kanban safety stocks
• Participates in team meetings as required (safety, problem solving, etc.)

Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities

• Ability and willingness to follow directions as well as the ability to work independently
• Must possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to share knowledge and information with other employees
• Ability to continuously improve and learn new skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under general supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
• Ability to effectively problem-solve

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 2-3 years of MIG/ TIG welding experience
• Experience welding for pressurized devices ie tanks, valves
• Must possess experience in welding Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Monel, Hastalloy B & C
• Must possess a solid understanding of welding equipment and accessories
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, welding process specifications and welding symbols
• Must be able to operator manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using established processes
• Must have the ability to weld in all positions with good penetrations and quality.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands. The team member may be frequently required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull frequently up to 20 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds with assistance.
• This position is performed in a shop environment. May be exposed to loud operating machinery, cold temperatures, hot temperatures, chemicals and vapors.
• May occasionally be required to work in an office environment.
• The Welder will use welding equipment, hand and power tools and, measuring instruments, etc.

Benefits

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and