Welder (Swing Shift)

Welding; Spokane Valley, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid non-working holidays

Monthly site-wide BBQs

Up to 8% retirement contribution

Annual bonus program

1200 Sqft onsite gym 24/7 access

Family friendly company-wide events

Job summary

Wagstaff in Spokane Valley, WA, is seeking an experienced welder to join our shop. You will perform welding, brazing, and cutting with gas and electric equipment, reading prints and following weld procedures to produce high-quality components.

The role requires at least five years of welding experience, the ability to interpret mechanical drawings, and compliance with the Structural Welding Code for Steel. Expect shifts with potential overtime and opportunities for professional growth in a

Qualifications

• Minimum five years welding experience required.
• May substitute two years experience for Associate of Arts degree in Welding Technology.
• May substitute one year experience for accredited trade or vocational welding certificate.
• Must meet the Structural Welding Code for Steel with 3G or greater and complete joint penetration for unlimited thickness.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions, prints, and work orders for the job; plan details of working procedure, tools and material requirements.
• Fabricate equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals; repair equipment using welding techniques and equipment.
• Adhere to design specifications and welding procedure documents.
• Clean and prepare surfaces, set up, assemble, and tack weld parts.
• Use calibrated measuring instruments to verify dimensions and record on QA forms.
• Participate in design reviews and initiate product/process improvements.
• Document work processes and keep work area clean and safe.
• Work weeks may exceed 40 hours; willingness to cross-train and handle other duties.

Skills

Welding

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate of Arts degree in Welding Technology (two years experience)

Accredited trade or vocational welding certificate (one year experience)

Job description

Wagstaff

Description:

Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 10 hours, 3:20pm - 1:50 am

Pay: $24 - $34 *depending on experience

Swing Shift Premium: Additional $1.00/hour. Increases over time, up to a maximum of $3.00/hour

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000

As an employee of Wagstaff, you'll enjoy:

Paid non-working holidays

Monthly, site-wide BBQs

Up to 8% retirement contribution

Annual bonus program

1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day

Family friendly, company-wide events

Job Summary

Perform various kinds of welding, brazing, and cutting using gas and electric welding equipment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Receive instructions, prints, and work orders for the job. Plan details of working procedure, tools and material requirements
• Fabricate equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals. Repair equipment by using appropriate welding techniques and welding equipment
• Adhere to design specifications and related welding procedure specification documents
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded. Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts
• Use calibrated precision measuring instruments to make sure the work meets specification. Record dimensions on Quality Assurance Forms (QAF)
• Participate in design reviews
• Identify and initiate product/process improvements
• Document work processes
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
• Abide by company policies
• In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
• Willingness and ability to cross-train
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years welding experience required
• May substitute two (2) years experience for Associate of Arts degree in Welding Technology
• May substitute one (1) year experience for accredited trade or vocational welding certificate
• Minimum requirements shall be in conformance with the Structural Welding Code for Steel standard with the following specifications:
• Test Position: 3G or greater
• Joint type: complete joint penetration groove weld qualifying for unlimited thickness
• Material: ASTM A36 mild steel or equivalent material specified as a Group 2 prequalified base metal
• Processes: Flux core Arc Welding (FCAW) and/or Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for proper applications of tolerances, fit, and process control

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.

Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.