Welder (2nd Shift)

What you will do

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our Production team. In this role, you will perform a variety of welding operations to manufacture and repair structural and mechanical components. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality welds while adhering to safety, quality, and production standards

In this role, you will:

• Perform Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and other welding processes on carbon steel components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, production orders, and welding specifications to complete assigned work.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, fixtures, positioners, and related tools.
• Select appropriate welding materials and processes according to established procedures.
• Maintain weld quality standards and ensure all work meets company welding specifications.
• Identify and report equipment issues, material defects, drawing discrepancies, and safety concerns.
• Collaborate with team members to support production goals and operational needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Record production information accurately in designed systems.

Who are you?

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum one year of GMAW and FCAW welding experience, or previous welder experience with maintained certification.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Commitment to following all safety requirements and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or heavy equipment environment.
• Experience operating cranes, hoists, lift trucks, or other material handling equipment.

What We Look For

• Strong attention to quality and detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Dependable attendance and work ethic.
• Ability to communicate professionally and work collaboratively with others

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift, frequently up to 8-12 hours.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements while operating welding and fabrication equipment.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to grasp, handle, manipulate, and operate tools, controls, and welding equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, parts, and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds independently and heavier weights with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, crawl, and reach above shoulder level on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and various body positions, including overhead, horizontal, and vertical welding positions.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and work platforms as required.
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to read blueprints, work instructions, measuring devices, and inspect weld quality.
• Ability to distinguish colors, shapes, and dimensions as necessary for welding, fabrication, inspection, and safety purposes.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to wear and work in required personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding helmets, face shields, respirators (where required), safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed footwear, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
• Ability to work safely in environments exposed to heat, sparks, fumes, dust, noise, vibration, and varying temperatures.

Physical Demand Summary

Occasionally (up to 33% of shift):

• Lift/move up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Climb ladders

Frequently (34%-66% of shift):

• Lift/move up to 40 pounds
• Bend, kneel, crouch, squat, and reach
• Push and pull materials and equipment

Continuously (67%-100% of shift):

• Stand and walk
• Use hands for welding and tool operation
• Perform visual inspections and repetitive hand motions

Ready for the next move?

If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.