Welder 1 - 2nd Shift

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and are calling on them to join our expanding team. The time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

About the role

Performing general welding assignments for any/all areas of the plant to support the production goals.

Responsibilities

• Ability to weld on a flat, curved, or vertical surface.
• Ability to set a welding machine, including the gas, volts, amps, and wire speed.
• Ability to weld in a variety of positions, particularly overhead.
• Be able to make minor adjustments to the welding equipment as needed.
• Properly load raw materials, parts, etc., into the welding machine.
• Removes work pieces and scrap from machines.
• Files, grinds, or scrapes sharp edges, burrs, scales, or rust from work pieces.
• Hammers out bent or warped spots in metal.
• Sorts, marks, tags finished work.
• Transports material or signal crane operator to move materials.
• Compares work piece with straight edge or template to verify conformance to specifications.
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Performs other routine duties as needed.

Requirements

• Employee must be able to use pneumatic power tools and equipment of all types.
• Employee must be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Employee must be able to perform and remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in the use of all supplies.
• The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• Welder must inspect his/her product as instructed by standard operating procedures.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) multiple times daily in an 8-to-12-hour shift.
• Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day.
• Ability to see, walk, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push, and pull.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.
• The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor’s instruction.
• Aptitude to learn and retain latest information.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing orders.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

About Great Dane

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed, and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Dental, vision, and medical benefits with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Two weeks paid vacation
• $2/hour night shift premium

Pay

Wages from $24.70/hour up to $29.30/hour

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday
• 1st shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Available overtime
• No previous experience required