2nd Shift Welder

Location: Kaukauna, WI (relocation or daily commute required) · Department: Manufacturing · Reports to: Foreman · Shift: 2nd shift, 5:00 PM–3:05 AM Mon–Wed & 4:00 PM–2:05 AM Thu–Fri (10‑hour days)

About the role

Produce 100% X‑Ray quality pipe welds in all processes (MIG, TIG, and Flux Core).

Responsibilities

• Pass required weld tests: 2″ super coupon 6G TIG all passes; 2″ super coupon 6G MIG root / Flux Core fill and cap.
• Assemble pipe components by tacking them in place prior to welding.
• Confirm squareness, configuration, and alignment of all joint fit‑ups (taper bore when necessary).
• Verify pipe spool matches isometric drawings (center‑to‑center or center‑to‑end dimensions).
• Verify correct length, material, type, and grade of pipe and fittings before tacking.
• Retrieve material and ensure it corresponds with the parts list.
• Lift pipe with crane to fit‑up bench.
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, measurement, and layout tasks.
• Weld joints; grind out temporary tacks; position pieces for welding.
• Purge pipe to be welded; record filler rod heat numbers.
• Identify own welds by etching a weld number next to the joint.
• Inspect welds after completion and make corrections as needed.
• Keep work area clean and organized to prevent slips and trips.
• Conduct work safely, follow all safety procedures, reject unsafe work, and discuss concerns with supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years on‑the‑job welding experience.
• Ability to pass X‑Ray inspection and weld multiple processes.
• MIG root with down‑hill progression / Flux Core fill and cap with up‑hill progression (6″ diameter).
• TIG welding with all passes in up‑hill progression.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively before groups.
• Calculate figures such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
• Apply common‑sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Qualifications

• Team player with strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, strong work ethic, and pride in workmanship.
• Mechanical aptitude; enjoys hands‑on work.
• Ability to use a construction calculator.
• Willingness to learn; must be a hard worker and physically fit for demanding physical work.

Equipment used

• Hand tools (hammer, screwdriver, etc.)
• Power tools (saws, welders, drills, grinders)
• Vehicles (automobile, truck, tractor, lift)

Physical demands & work environment

Frequency key: C = Constantly, F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, R = Rarely

Physical demands

• Standing – C
• Walking – C
• Sitting – R
• Lifting – F
• Carrying – F
• Pushing – F
• Pulling – F
• Climbing – O
• Balancing – O
• Stooping – F
• Kneeling – F
• Crouching – O
• Crawling – O
• Reaching – C

Physical strength

• Handling – C
• Little physical effort (≤10 lbs) – C
• Grasping – C
• Light work (≤20 lbs) – C
• Feeling – O
• Medium work (≤50 lbs) – F
• Talking – C
• Heavy work (≤100 lbs) – O
• Hearing – C
• Very heavy work (>100 lbs) – R
• Repetitive motions – F
• Eye/hand/foot coordination – C

Environmental conditions

• Extreme cold – R
• Extreme heat – O
• Temperature changes – O
• Wet – O
• Humid – C
• Noise – F
• Vibration – F
• Hazards – C
• Atmospheric conditions – C

Personal protective equipment required

• Steel‑toe work boots – Constantly
• Hearing protection – Constantly
• Safety eyeglasses – Constantly
• Welding coat – Rarely
• Respirator – Rarely
• Other PPE (gloves) – Constantly