Grade 7 Welders - 2nd shift

Part of Dover Corporation’s Engineered Systems segment, Vehicle Service Group (VSG) is a strong, diverse and dynamic global leader in the vehicle service industry. VSG comprises 13 major vehicle lifting, wheel service, diagnostic and collision repair brands.

About the role

Performs general structural welding using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment. Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) also could be required. This position may also require work on any of the pieces of equipment in the plant and in any other classification.

Work Environment

The work environment is a warehouse/manufacturing setting. Employees are required to wear PPE at all times, including steel-toed shoes with metatarsal guards, eye protection, and ear protection. Work is primarily indoors, non-climate controlled. Some positions require exposure to outside elements.

Responsibilities

• Lift 35 lbs repeatedly – a minimum of 2 times per day.
• Make own set-ups including:
  • Positioning of fixtures.
  • Setting of proper welding heat and rate of travel of welding wire and work.
  • Load machine with wire and wire reel.
  • Change gas or add flux as required.
  • Check set-up and completed parts to ensure quality.
• Load and unload fixtures.
• Use electrical or mechanical hoists as required.
• Direct the work of a helper when necessary.
• Remove slag from weld head.
• Direct the positioning and removal of parts and material in work area.
• Record the number of parts produced on time card and move ticket.
• Perform preventive maintenance, such as changing tips and adjustment of wire feed rolls.
• Check job travelers for special instructions or notes BEFORE proceeding with job assigned.
• Perform housekeeping duties as necessary to keep work area safe, clean, and in good order.
• Receive job prints, work order, and/or instructions from supervisor and proceed with a minimum of supervision.
• Perform set-up and welding operations on all types of welding machines with strict inspection and test requirements.
• Set up fixtures; adjust and regulate machine to obtain best possible penetration, fill, weld quality, and performance.
• Make compensating adjustments to allow for variations and conditions.
• Operate various types of equipment.
• Measure, scribe, position, lay out materials, jigs, or fixtures as necessary or directed.
• Assist new operators in learning the correct and safe operation of the equipment when required.
• Maintain machines, tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maintaining tolerances as shown on prints.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass general aptitude/basic math skills test.
• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs multiple times per day.
• Must pass welding coupon test.
• Must pass written welding test.
• Knowledge of welding fundamentals.
• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Health savings account, health care, and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental employee and dependent life insurance.
• Optional accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence.
• Paid time off, including:
  • 11 paid holidays per calendar year.
  • Paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually.
  • 24 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws.
• Tuition assistance.
• Business travel services.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee assistance program that includes company-paid counseling sessions and legal services.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.