Welder Specialist

Wastequip WRX; Indiana; Presencial; USD 39.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision insurance

HSA

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Wastequip's Galbreath division in Winamac, IN is seeking a Welder Specialist. The role focuses on MIG welding per layouts, jigs or prints and includes basic electrical and hydraulic tasks as part of trailer assembly.

Responsibilities include positioning parts, tack welding, welding vertical, horizontal and overhead lines, torch setup, and quality checks on bead size. Team collaboration and willingness to cross-train across departments are valued.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 months of related experience or training preferred.
• Six months or more of welding experience required.
• Electrical and hydraulic knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Responsabilidades

• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces.
• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Holds and guides torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Mechanical: Use of hand tools & power tools necessary to perform hoist installation.
• Mig weld along vertical & horizontal weld lines and examine welds for bead size and other specifications.
• This also includes torch setup & use.
• Employee operates drill press, band saw, parts washer, & overhead hoist.
• Installation of basic electric and hydraulics.
• Be able to cross train and work in other departments if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Welding experience

Reading blueprints

Instruction comprehension

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

MIG welding equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Wastequip's Galbreath division has a great opportunity for a Welder Specialist in our Winamac IN location.

The Specialist Welds metal parts with MIG welding equipment as specified by layout, jigs, or prints.

The welder will also do basic electric and hydraulics while building the trailers.

Pay rate: $28.76

Responsibilities

• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces.
• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Mechanical: Use of hand tools & power tools are necessary to performs hoist installation.
• Mig Weld along vertical & horizontal weld lines and examine welds for bead size and other specifications.
• This also includes torch set up & use.
• Employee operates drill press, band saw, parts washer, & overhead hoist.
• Installation of basic electric and hydraulics.
• Be able to cross train and work in other departments if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred
• Six months or more of welding experience required
• Electrical and Hydraulic knowledge preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals
• Ability to understands & carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Company Benefits

• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.

Join North America’s Largest Manufacturer of Waste Handling Systems

At Wastequip, we’re more than just a manufacturer—we’re the only all-in-one solutions provider in the waste industry. From carts and containers to hoists, trucks, parts, service, and cutting-edge technology, we power the entire waste management process. As North America’s leading waste-handling equipment manufacturer, we’re not just shaping the industry—we’re driving innovation and sustainability. With continuous growth and new opportunities, Wastequip is the perfect place to build a rewarding career and make a real impact. Come be part of a team that’s shaping the future of waste management!

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Wastequip strives to attract top talent through a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans. Here’s a brief overview of our benefits: Health Care. Our health care benefits include medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees. Short- and Long-Term Disability. Wastequip pays for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost to employees. This benefit is available to all regular, full-time employees. 401k Retirement Plan. Employees can contribute a percentage of their weekly gross wages, up to the annual IRS maximum, and Wastequip will provide a company match. Paid Time Off (PTO). Wastequip offers a flexible approach to time off. Our policy allows employees to set their own priorities and receive regular pay for vacation, illness, family emergencies, personal time, inclement weather, personally observed holidays and more. Holidays. Wastequip observes 10 paid company holidays during each calendar year. Tuition Reimbursement. Wastequip understands the importance of personal and professional development and encourages employees to continue their professional education. To support employee career development, we have established a reimbursement program that covers expenses for approved coursework. Wastequip’s internship program provides students and recent graduates with incredible career-related experiences. We strive to give our interns transferrable skills, networking opportunities and strong professional portfolios. We offer paid summer internships in the following departments: Research Marketing IT Operations Human Resources ... and more Wastequip is committed to developing our employees. We provide each individual with the resources and support necessary to grow personally and professionally. Our career growth tools include company training, off-site classes, cross-divisional experiences, collaborative projects and more. We offer our employees the opportunity to share their creativity in an open environment and encourage them to offer new ideas to improve efficiency, effectiveness and profitability in every area of the company. Because we invest in our employees, Wastequip is committed to promoting from within and identifying future leaders from our own workforce. Wastequip actively supports charitable activities across all divisions through employee time, monetary and product donations. Each division has the flexibility to identify and support the charitable causes that are most important to the employees and the communities in which they work. Employee-designed volunteer and charitable programs have a huge impact on smaller communities and organizations that might otherwise be overlooked. Our employees have participated in the following charitable activities: Community cleanups Charity runs/walks Local food bank donations School supplies donations

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