Welder II - 2nd Shift

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Company, is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies, producing a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies. Our team members play a critical role in supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

About the role

The Welder is responsible for operating welding equipment to build high-quality parts, subassemblies, and finished products. Weldments vary in type, size, and direction and are performed on a variety of production lines. The Welder will also weld/rework various products using different weld techniques, including flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

Responsibilities

• Heat and form metal parts and components using hand tools, torch, plasma cutter, carbon arc, or other welding equipment; properly position material/parts to be welded.
• Operate an overhead crane to maneuver parts safely into place; adjust welding current to proper weld configurations.
• Accurately operate and read measuring devices.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards.
• Train and work in various areas of production in response to production demands.
• Position, assemble, and weld various metal parts as outlined on blueprints.
• Operate robot/Tube welder and work in all workstations within the weld area; startup, operate, and troubleshoot.
• Perform rework on raw material, finished machines, and out-of-process welding activities.

Requirements

• One (1) year of applicable position experience or an evaluated equivalent.
• Passed weld test either through pre-employment test or through internal weld program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of a minimum of three (3) weld stations without assistance and proficiency in training others on these stations.
• Ability to perform job tasks within one station with little to no quality defects or guidance.
• Willingness to learn to change their own wire.
• Proficiency in Class A/B surface welding.
• Ability to weld on a truck chassis (Dodge Center only).
• Understanding of quality defects within weld on product in multiple areas.
• Willingness to perform rework.
• Two (2) or more years of applicable position experience.

Skills

• Read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Read, analyze, and interpret business manuals, technical procedures, blueprints, and/or government regulations.
• Effective communication with peers and others to gather or explain information.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking/running, sitting, reaching, hearing, talking, visual, and typing. Occasional climbing, bending/kneeling, fine and manual dexterity, upper extremity repetitive motion, lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Non-Physical Demands: Occasional analysis/reasoning, communication/interpretation, math/mental computation, reading, sustained mental activity, and writing.
• Environmental Demands: Occasional work alone, frequent task changes, tedious/exacting work, exposure to dust, temperature extremes, and loud noises.
• Work Schedule: Routine shift hours with infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation. Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload.

Pay

Pay Range: $21 - $29.12 per hour, with a $2/hour shift differential for 2nd shift only.