Aluminum Welder

About the role

Gradall Industries is hiring Welding positions. Using average to complicated blueprints and operation sheets, you will fit up, tack weld, and finish weld any job assigned to consistently produce work of accepted quality.

IAM member pay starts at $27.02 with a top rate of $30.66.

Responsibilities

• Pass entry-level weld test, change weld wire settings, and perform welds at all positions.
• Read blueprints at an intermediate level.
• Set gas and oxygen levels to use cutting torches.
• Cut steel and other metals straight and within acceptable tolerances as designed on prints or verbal instructions.
• Perform related tasks including grinding, cutting, removing scrap from tables, routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, and recordkeeping.
• Plan and perform diversified work of average complexity with frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.
• Practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.
• Comply with plant rules, maintain excellent safe behavior, and ensure good attendance.
• Use CRT/computer/bar code reader to retrieve and/or input data.
• Prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to pass a welding test.
• Ability to count accurately and knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Ability to read, write legibly, and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to plan work to maximize utilization of equipment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of GMS and safety systems to ensure compliance.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist/turn, bend/squat, climb, reach below knees, and reach above shoulders on a continuous basis.
• Frequent use of powered material handling equipment.
• Frequently required to lift/carry up to 15 lbs unassisted, occasionally lift/carry 16-50 lbs unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must be able to prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands efficiently without losing composure.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Generous benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Sick and Accident Pay.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Paid Vacation.
  • 401k Retirement Plan.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Advancement opportunities.