CRAFTSMAN

About the role

Co-workers in this classification are required to have an advanced understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations and blueprint reading. Must be able to pass the Craftsman test.

Responsibilities

• Perform difficult and unusual manual and machine welding operations in all positions, including layout and fit‑up.
• Shape, cut or form metal to fabricate complex parts using press brake, shear, roll, dishing machine, flanging equipment and various forming equipment.
• Layout, locate and mark bending lines, construct templates and patterns.
• Set up or assist lower classifications in setting up machines.
• Operate mobile crane equipment with capacity greater than 20,000 lbs and direct the rigging and hoisting of equipment.
• Perform finish grinding where grade and type of abrasive must be determined; finish and compliance to specifications are critical.
• Guide and train other employees in any classification to improve their skills and perpetuate the trade.
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Considerable skills to fuse dissimilar metals, maximize weld strength, avoid distortion and conform to exacting tolerances and specifications.
• Must obtain and maintain ASME certifications.
• Knowledgeable in physical properties of metal, effects of heat, allowances for thickness, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches or other specifications with a high degree of proficiency and little or no supervision.
• Knowledge of product, mechanics, shop mathematics, shop processes and procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of abrasives, conditions of metal and finish are critical.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic blueprint reading, basic welding and basic grinding (foundational).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility required at hire.

Skills

Advanced stainless steel welding and grinding, blueprint reading, crane operation, metal forming, training and mentoring.

Pay

• Base compensation range: $24.25 – $26.75 per hour.
• Shift differential: $2.00 per hour.
• Variable compensation: incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary based on company performance (as of 2024).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums.
• Free off‑site medical clinic.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance & Short‑Term Disability.
• 401(k) – Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more.
• Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250 annually, contingent on course completion and grades.
• Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off.
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays.
• Four‑day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on