Certified Welder - 2nd Shift

About the role

Join our dedicated team as a Certified Welder in Durant, MS. Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been a global leader in automotive service equipment, with products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers. We are proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025).

Responsibilities

• Observes and follow all safety rules
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled
• Must read a tape measure, 6" scale, and a combination square or pose the ability to learn to read these measuring tools
• Must read and comprehend blueprints
• Must pass Hunter’s D1.1 certification test
• Certified Welder must correctly fit and weld parts to be conforming to design drawing tolerances
• Supply own welding helmet (preferably with 2" X 41/4" lens), tape measure, and 6" scale
• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks
• Examines welds for size, location, and conformance to design drawings and specifications
• Repairs defective welds, broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes and builds up metal parts
• Performs layout, fit up, and tack weld workpieces
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, spatter, and oxidation as required
• Cleans or degreases parts
• Maintain the work area to sustain a clean and orderly environment
• May train other operators
• Other assignments as deemed appropriate by the supervisor

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Must be able to pass a welding certification test at Hunter Engineering
• One year of welding experience in an industrial setting
• Must be able to operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane or motorized or manual pallet jacks

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications beneficial
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, design drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

Skills

• Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

Benefits

• Industry-Leading Healthcare Coverage
• Profit-Sharing Plan with Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay

$28.65 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay. Some mandatory overtime.

Schedule

Hunter is hiring for the 2nd Shift (3:30 pm-12 am Monday through Friday).