Welder - 2nd Shift

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Welder - 2nd Shift

WEG Electric Corp

icon Minneapolis, MN, US, 55415

iconFull Time

icon7 November 2024

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Electric Machinery Company LLC, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN

Position: Welder - 2nd shift

Team: Fabrication Team

Primary Objective of Position:

A Welder is responsible for setting up, fabricating and welding complex parts using various welding processes. A Welder works with a high degree of detail adhering to safety and quality standards.

Major Areas of Accountability:

  • Set up and fabricate a wide variety of components using various welding processes, primarily FCAW and GMAW.
  • Use oxygen-acetylene, oxygen-natural gas, plasma arc and carbon-arc equipment to heat, straighten, trim and bevel ferrous and non-ferrous material.
  • Read drawings and routings to determine method, sequence of operation, position, tolerances and welding specifications, to include proper filler materials, fluxes and weld machine settings.
  • Make all necessary layouts and setups using proper tools and fabricating equipment.
  • Uses portable electric or air driven grinding or chipping equipment.
  • Perform self-inspection and documentation of welded components.
  • Provide feedback on rejected welded components, and may determine disposition of rework for rejection report.
  • Works in other areas of the Fabrication Team skills matrix, may work in other areas fabricating parts and brazing.
  • Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
  • Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • 1-2 year welding degree or High School degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant welding experience.
  • Must pass a FCAW 3G and GMAW-SC 2G weld test.
  • Knowledge of layouts, ability to read blueprints, perform basic math and calculate conversions.
  • Ability to be certified in overhead and Jib crane operation and forklift operation.

Salary

Based on experience and qualifications

Pay Types

Voluntary weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 2nd shift 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Full-time (Union)

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
  • 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
  • Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
  • Company paid Holidays (13)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
  • Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
  • $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Company provided tools
  • Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
  • Secure, onsite free parking

Physical Requirements:

  • Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50lbs.
  • Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
  • Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
  • Routinely positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
  • Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
  • Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operator machinery or tools.
  • Occasionally moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.