Welder - 1st Shift

About the role

Polaris Inc. is a global leader in powersports, offering a range of vehicles, motorcycles, and boats. This position is located in Huntsville and involves welding full frames for side-by-side utility vehicles and Polaris's Slingshot.

Responsibilities

• Perform Weld Tasks to Standards
• Perform Arc and Mig welding on steel materials for RANGER or Slingshot production
• Pass Weld Assessment to standards
• Ability to be trained on Polaris specific weld process standards and arc monitor systems
• Safety, Quality, Cost & Delivery Focus
• Perform welding tasks based on production schedules
• Maintain a consistent pace throughout the shift with focus on quality
• Inspect all parts prior to and following entering workstations; immediately report non-conformance issues to group leader and/or Supervisor
• Accurately complete paperwork required for production records, including labor reporting, move tickets, SPC charts etc.
• Perform quality testing and documentation as required
• Follow all safety rules and regulations strictly and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Maintain good housekeeping practices (5S)
• Team Player Mentality
• Step in and perform tasks on robot welding equipment as required by business need and assigned by supervisor
• Rotate between workstations as assigned
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Group Leader

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Basic knowledge of computers
• 1 year of manufacturing experience or educational welding experience preferred
• Welding experience preferred
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs
• Repetitive use of upper extremities
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, kneel, and squat
• Stand and walk up for extended periods of time and reach overhead continuously
• Ability to withstand heat for extended periods of time
• Use air/power/vibrating tools and perform strong, pincher-gripping motions
• Work safely around moving equipment, power tools, and industrial vehicles

Skills & Knowledge

• 18 years of age or older
• Basic knowledge of computers
• 1 year of manufacturing experience or educational welding experience preferred
• Welding experience preferred

Benefits

Base Pay Range: $22.09 - $26.14
Polaris offers a competitive compensation package including a market-leading profit-sharing plan, company contributions to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and discounted employee stock purchase plans. Additionally, employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation, and a comprehensive suite of benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance, and disability offerings. The Polaris Foundation supports employees who volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve community health and wellbeing.

Pay

$22.09 - $26.14 per hour

Schedule

24/7 operation with potential for 6-7 days per week shifts