Welder - Night Shift (49932)

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and award-winning company that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence. As a Welder, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality work while ensuring safety and efficiency in a collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to work with skilled co-workers and benefit from a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401(k) plan. If you're looking to grow your career in a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes employee well-being, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance Contributions

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Disability Insurance

Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus

401(k) with Company Match

Qualifications

• Experience in welding and interpreting blueprints is essential.
• Ability to consistently meet production schedules and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently weld products according to specifications.
• Meet daily production schedules and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Interpretation

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Education

Vocational Training in Welding

Relevant Experience in Production Environment

Tools

Welding Equipment

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Fort Lupton, CO

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Swing

Description

Have you ever worked for a two-time award-winning Best Company to Work For in Colorado? Do you enjoy working at a company that is growing, offers big company benefits and a small company feel?

Why Merritt Aluminum Products?

In 2019 and 2024, Merritt Aluminum Products had the honor of winning the Best Companies to Work for in Colorado by CoBiz. We pride ourselves on being the best for our employees, customers, and each other. Along with having amazing co-workers by your side, we offer a total compensation package that includes:

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Employer Contributions to Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Company paid life insurance with additional voluntary life available
• Voluntary long-term & short-term disability
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus potential
• 401(k) with company match

The hiring range for this position is $25 to $30 depending on experience.

The Welder position is responsible for safely and efficiently welding Company products according to specifications.

Key responsibilities include producing high-quality work according to work instructions, meeting daily production schedules, demonstrating strong knowledge of welding processes and fixtures, plant organization, safety, and continuous improvement.

Reports To: Supervisor, Aluminum Products

Key Responsibilities

RESULTS
• Accurately interprets work orders to select the correct materials, fixtures, and properly set up their work area to complete the job.
• Performs first piece and random inspections of completed work according to Company quality standards.
• Proactively identifies defects or equipment issues to minimize scrap materials and rework of parts.

Work Schedules
• Completes all assigned tasks according to work order estimates and their daily production schedule.
• Identifies the most efficient way to safely complete their scheduled assignments.
• Displays reliable attendance and schedules time off with advance notice.

Regulations & Safety
• Always correctly uses the proper personal protective equipment.
• Maintains safe work habits and performs required safety inspections according to Company safety procedures.
• Aware of their surroundings and avoids potential hazards or dangerous situations.

Welding Knowledge
• Skilled at all aspects of operating welding equipment, including reading drawings, fixturing, advanced set-up, and efficiently transitioning between orders.
• Takes good care of the equipment/resources under their responsibility and performs preventative maintenance according to schedule.
• Cross-trained to skillfully operate a variety of production equipment, cranes, and forklifts.

Organization
• Maintains a clean/organized work area and promptly removes scrap materials.
• Organizes all tools, fixtures, and equipment so they are easily accessible.
• Correctly attaches identifying work orders with the associated completed parts.

CORE VALUES

INTEGRITY
• Exhibits honesty and integrity.
• Maintains appropriate personal behavior.
• Able to admit mistakes and learn from them.

TRUST
• Honors commitments.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Requires minimal supervision.

EXCELLENCE
• Demonstrates sound and accurate judgment.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the company's mission statement and values.
• Accepts and uses feedback to improve performance.

RESPECT
• Respects the decisions of co-workers within the organization.
• Uses appropriate speech, language, and tones with others.
• Does NOT gossip or involve themselves in the personal lives of co-workers.

TEAM WORK
• Works cooperatively in group/team environments.
• Proactively offers assistance and support to co-workers.
• Places the importance of team achievement above individual achievement.

Qualifications

Requirements
Educational and experience requirements include:
Relevant experience welding in a production environment and/or training in a related vocational program.
Proven ability to interpret and understand work orders/plant drawings/blueprints and properly set-up welding fixtures.
Proven ability to consistently meet production schedules.
Ability to meet all physical requirements of the job.
Basic knowledge of production safety and procedures.
Basic math and problem-solving skills.
Strong work ethic and consistent attendance.
Proven ability to recommend process improvements.
Demonstrated ability to maintain organization and safety.

This job description identifies the major responsibilities of this position. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, to assist with executing the company's business model, promoting the company's culture, mission, and values.