Welder - Steel / Aluminum - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Oshkosh; Kewaunee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company specializing in heavy fabrication, where your welding skills can shine! As a welder at Kewaunee Fabrications, you will be part of a dynamic team that values quality and efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to work with both steel and aluminum, utilizing your expertise in MIG and TIG welding. With competitive pay starting at $25.17 per hour, plus additional premiums for specialized welding, you can expect to grow your career in a supportive environment. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to safety make this an exciting opportunity for skilled welders looking to make a difference in the manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Pension

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Experience in MIG and/or TIG welding with steel and/or aluminum.
• Ability to read blueprints and possess mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce repetitive weldments using fixtures to control welding distortion.
• Perform self-inspection and maintain high standards of safety.

Skills

MIG Welding

TIG Welding

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Training

Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

About Kewaunee, an Oshkosh company

Kewaunee Fabrications is a top-quality, heavy fabrication specialist. Since 1941, we've offered turnkey advantages by providing all aspects of heavy fabrications—manufacturing, engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting and assembly—under one roof. From start to finish, we offer the single-source advantages of greater control and efficiency, improved accuracy and complete accountability. In 1999, Kewaunee Fabrications joined the Oshkosh family and helps transform tomorrow with their innovative heavy fabrication capabilities.

Position Overview

We are looking for motivated welders with experience in MIG and/or TIG welding and the ability to work with steel and/or aluminum.

With a career at Kewaunee Fabrications, you can expect:

• Competitive Pay based on experience – starting rate $25.17 per hour.

  • Premium of $0.50 per hour for aluminum and robot welding.

  • 2nd & 3rd shift premium of $1.00 per hour.

  • Wage increases every 6 months until top pay, and then annually.

• Comprehensive benefit package effective after 30 days:

  • Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), pension, wellness programs, paid time off, paid holidays, stock purchase programs, employee discount program and more.

Shift Overview

This position is currently available for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift:

• 1st Shift: Monday – Friday 7AM to 3PM with paid lunch, voluntary overtime before or after shift.

• 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday 3PM to 11PM with paid lunch, voluntary overtime before or after shift.

• 3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday 11PM to 7AM with paid lunch, voluntary overtime before or after shift.

Essential Functions

• Primarily produces repetitive weldments with parts oriented on the same plane or perpendicular to it, utilizing fixtures designed to locate parts and control welding distortion.

• Locates, tacks, and welds parts to tolerances.

• Certified to AWS D1.1 as a minimum using GMAW (Mig welding), FCAW (cored wire welding), and SMAW (stick welding). Welds are made in the flat and horizontal position on a table or positioner.

• Produces less critical parts or sub-weldments with welds of prescribed size, minimal undercut, and spatter. Minor repair and cleanup may be required to meet customer expectations.

• Grinds/cleans areas adjacent to welds as preparation for welding and removes slag and spatter as needed.

• Completes all required paperwork including labor reporting and documentation of quality control and material movement.

• Works safely and maintains the work area with high standards of housekeeping.

• Performs self-inspection and other required quality control functions at the workstation.

• Performs required Preventive Maintenance activities on machinery and/or equipment operated.

• Trains and/or assists in the development of personnel.

• Does the work in lower levels when assigned and assists in the work in higher levels.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Previous metal fabrication/welding experience.

• Basic blueprint reading and mechanical skills.

• One or more welding process capability with the ability to attain AWS D1.1 certification.

• Lifting requirements:

  • Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifting devices are available and recommended.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma, technical training, or equivalent education OR one (1) year metal fabrication/welding preferred.

• Prior work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.