Welder – Night Shift

Henderson Products; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Retention Bonus

Extra PTO

Benefits Package

401k

Fitness Reimbursement

Safety Gear Reimbursement

Professional Development

Night Shift Differential

Job summary

Henderson Products Inc in Manchester, IA, is seeking a Welder to join our night shift crew manufacturing truck-mounted equipment. You will weld using GMAW MIG, read blueprints, and ensure quality while meeting daily production targets. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Minimum 6 months of welding experience or an associate degree/certification is required. Overtime may be necessary to support production goals and customer demand.

Qualifications

• Weld parts using the GMAW MIG process.
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Apply basic shop math and read tape measures.
• Operate overhead hoist and welding equipment.
• Adhere to health, safety and 5S housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality weldments from blueprints and docs to meet daily production.
• Set up, operate, adjust and regulate welding machines.
• Weld with or without fixtures and use various tools to prepare metals.
• Maintain safety standards and participate in 5S activities.
• Collaborate with team to achieve production goals and quality targets.
• Work overtime as needed to meet demand.

Skills

GMAW MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree or welding certification

Tools

Overhead hoist

Blueprints

Hand grinders

Job description

Join Henderson Products Inc located in Manchester IA We are the North American leader in the design manufacture and up fit of multi purpose equipment for heavy duty work trucks specializing in snow and ice control and Keeping Americas Roads Safe Night Shift 330pm to 130am 20 minute paid lunch Flexible start times available if needed

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• As a Welder of truck mounted equipment you will be responsible for consistently producing high quality weldments through the use of provided blueprints or documentation to achieve daily schedule attainment to meet customer demand
• Welders are responsible for the set up operation adjustment and regulation of welding machines
• Welds with or without the use of fixtures
• May utilize various tools to cut grind bevel fit metals together and remove slag
• Performs designated maintenance functions assumes ownership for quality of weldments participates in training performs daily 5S activities and maintains all safety standards
• Set up operate adjust and regulate welding machines
• Weld parts using the GMAW MIG welding process
• Monitor and control weld variables to ensure weld size and quality standards are met
• Produce quality weldments that meet daily production requirements
• Utilize blueprints drawings and work instructions to manufacture quality products
• Identify various gauges and types of steel
• Operate hand and power tools grinders torches and handheld plasma equipment
• Apply basic shop math to complete assigned tasks
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols to complete job assignments
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve departmental and production goals
• Communicate effectively timely and professionally with co workers and supervisors
• Maintain established 5S and housekeeping standards
• Follow all company health safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Support scrap reduction and quality improvement initiatives
• Work overtime as needed to meet production demands
• Set welding machines and troubleshoot weld quality issues
• Perform additional duties as assigned

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Paid Time Off Start accruing PTO with your very first paycheck
• Holiday Pay Enjoy 11 paid holidays each yearno waiting period
• Quarterly Retention Incentive Bonus Earn 1 for every regular hour and 150 for every overtime hour worked paid out quarterly
• Extra Paid Time Off Get rewarded with additional PTO for excellent attendance
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes Medical Dental Life Disability and more
• 401k Retirement Plan Generous company match with immediate vesting
• Annual Fitness Reimbursement Receive up to 250 each year to support your wellness goals
• Safety Gear Reimbursement Get reimbursed for safety shoes and safety glasses
• Professional Development Access tons of opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career
• Night Shift 15 Shift DifferentialAnd Much More Discover even more perks when you join our team

WHAT THIS ROLE NEEDS

• Ability to weld parts using GMAW MIG
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints knowledge of basic shop math and the ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to operate overhead hoist
• Minimum of 6 Months experience andor associates degree or certification
• Adheres to all health and safety rules and maintains good housekeeping 5s

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to liftpush up to 50 lbs
• Bending lifting and standing
• Exposure to noise and weld and grinding smoke at times

Our focus on integrity teamwork and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees We offer competitive salaries benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics As an Equal Opportunity Employer Douglas Dynamics LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race color sex age sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or any other characteristic protected by law