Weld Specialist 2nd Shift

About the role

Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure for more than 165 years. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional people, solutions, and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team united by shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion, and safety.

Mueller’s manufacturing commitment ensures one of the world’s most precious resources — clean drinking water — reaches millions of people daily. As a Fabricator/Welding Specialist on 2nd shift at our newest Kimball, TN facility, you will be responsible for various welding and fabrication activities of structural sheet metal products and other fabrication processes on various materials.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication/fitting and welding of components
• Accurately interpret blueprints and associated AWS weld symbols
• Lift, position, and remove work pieces from machines to assist in fitting and welding
• Weld components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions as required
• Lead or assist in layout activities
• Clean, grind, and prepare material for fabrication, welding, painting, or shipping, including weld passivation
• Monitor assigned machinery, tools, and equipment while performing routine cleaning and maintenance
• Follow quality standards using typical industrial gauging methods
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes with approved rigging methods as directed
• Perform assembly and paint-related duties as production demands
• Maintain continuity among work shifts in pass-off procedure by documenting actions, irregularities, and continuing operational needs, and communicating issues to the appropriate team lead or supervisor
• Maintain appropriate operational documentation, including production and quality logs
• Keep work area and department clean and organized
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to all relevant safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations; flag any equipment or safety issues to the appropriate team lead, supervisor, maintenance, or EHS personnel utilizing the “Stop, Call, Wait” procedure
• Perform other routine duties as directed

Requirements

• Strong personal commitment to safety standards in industrial and/or manufacturing environments
• Ability to pass periodic weld testing
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and SMAW weld processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabricate from those prints
• Ability to weld similar and dissimilar materials
• Ability to distinguish correct filler wire required for specialty metals
• Proficiency using cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinders, and iron worker
• Familiarity with basic measuring tools and when to use them for inspection of parts
• Knowledge of welding principles and techniques
• Organized and detail oriented
• May be required to achieve nuclear welding certification for nuclear products
• Overhead crane and rigging experience
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years welding experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment — OR — 2+ years welding experience working directly with Mueller products
• AWS certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Ability to correctly wear a PAPR/respirator when necessary in the weld area
• Ability to use hands to handle, feel, or manipulate objects with fingers
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach within hands and/or arm’s length
• Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Ability to frequently reach overhead or at or below shoulder level
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders or steps as required
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects between 25 and 50 pounds in weight in all directions
• Ability to remain in a stationary or standing position for prolonged periods and to alternate between positions as necessary
• Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Ability to perform close visual inspections of products, which may include specific vision requirements
• Ability to work in an open warehouse environment subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold)
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and other similar and advanced industrial equipment and tools

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5% company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Vacation
• 100% paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student debt retirement matching
• Well-being program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-provided life insurance
• Supplemental insurance at group rates