Welder

About the role

Join nVent Management Company as a Welder and be part of a team that delivers world-class electrical solutions. We are looking for both 1st shift and 2nd shift welders to contribute to a dynamic and inclusive environment where your skills and dedication help create safer, more secure systems.

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions, designing, manufacturing, and servicing high-performance products under globally recognized brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE.

Responsibilities

• Consult blueprints and coordinate with the Lead person to identify job requirements.
• Gather necessary materials and perform layout per specifications.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings to ensure flawless operations.
• Operate welding guns to weld steel, aluminum, copper, and other materials.
• Visually examine welds for adherence to quality standards; re-weld defective joints and remove surplus slag, flux, and spatter using a brush, pad, buffer, and/or grinder.
• Operate cutting torch and manual plasma cutter as needed.
• Apply weld stencil and inform the Lead person or Inspector when the product is ready for inspection.
• Perform ongoing housekeeping duties to keep the work area clear of scrap and debris.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of welding experience or training.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience (GED) required.
• Experience in Production Welding or a Welding Certificate is required.
• Ability to read tape measures and blueprints.
• Proficiency in operating welding equipment.
• Training in applicable SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and work instructions.
• Capability to read, comprehend, and convey simple or moderately complex instructions.
• Ability to write notes or simple correspondence.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out multiple-step instructions of moderate complexity.
• Ability to handle standardized situations with a limited set of variables.

Physical Demands

• Manufacturing position; spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands, and reaching.
• Around one-third of the time spent walking and engaging in conversation or listening.
• Less than one-third of the time spent positioning items that weigh up to 250 lbs.
• Generally requires clear vision at close distances.

Benefits

At nVent, we provide a broad benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan, both with a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off (including volunteer time), and a well-being program.
• Optional legal and identity theft protection.

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide through our nVent in Action matching program, providing funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate.

Core Values

Our culture is shaped by the following core values:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance