Welder 2

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Stainless Steel Welder II performs MIG and TIG welding, polishing, metal finishing, material rigging and handling for crane and forklift, and assembly. Uses a broad range of power tools, hand tools and auto/semi-auto equipment. Able to read and interpret a variety of drawings and work instructions. Adjust work stations and area according to workpiece size and shape. Performs basic recordkeeping as required. Accurately fill out timesheet. Stainless steel welders are required to comply with departmental safety requirements, contribute to quality improvements and interact/communicate within the department as a function of the position. Certification for various skills may be required for employment or career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Follow and mentor safety procedures and PPE
• MIG and TIG welding on intermediate level projects with minimal rework
• Perform basic purge welding
• Understand and execute safe lifting and rigging with crane and forklifts
• Consistently complete projects within expected timeframes
• Read and interpret complex drawings, recognizing the occasional deviations from drawing; decision making is required
• Effectively train lesser experienced coworkers
• Work under limited supervision

Qualifications

• Education: GED or High school diploma; Welding certificate a plus
• 2–5+ years of related TIG welding experience
• Perform basic purge welding
• 2–5 years experience reading and interpreting complex drawings
• 2+ years experience executing safe lifting and rigging with crane and forklifts

Career Roadmap

The next opportunity from this position is Welder III.

Pay

Minimum $27.00 – Maximum $37.00 per hour, non-exempt hourly.

Benefits

• Medical (3 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision plan insurances
• 401K (6% company match & fixed company contribution based on seniority)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Company provided basic life insurance policy with option of additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents
• Disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid; long-term is split between company and employee)
• Voluntary insurance plans for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Business and personal travel insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• Vacation time starting at 3 weeks
• 48 hours sick time
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance program
• Referral bonus
• Bereavement leave