Welder I (1:00pm to 9:30pm) 2nd shift

Company: G&W Electric Co.

About the Role

The Welder I is responsible for setting up and operating welding equipment, including atmospheric control equipment, to perform welding operations on various metals and alloys. This role involves working with complicated subassemblies and assemblies that require high strength, pressure, and aesthetic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, square up, and tack weld complicated subassemblies and assemblies using specified tools and equipment.
• Fit parts using a torch, carbon arc, or hand grinding equipment to facilitate alignment and assembly.
• Set up and regulate pressure for oxyacetylene torches.
• Select appropriate electrode sizes and types, tips, and welding rods or wires.
• Regulate gas for proper atmospheric control, current, and voltage for proper penetration and fusing of metals.
• Check and straighten gasket surfaces and grind excess weld from finished work.
• Lay out and secure work, which may involve heavy parts and assemblies.
• Regulate current and voltage for proper penetration and fusion of similar and dissimilar metals.
• Perform Mig/Tig Welding.
• Perform preventive maintenance procedures.
• Provide personal tools as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Contribute to team effort by training others in welding tasks.
• Inspect all work to ensure it meets requirements before passing it on.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Communicate effectively with others at various levels of the organization.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to safely use small hand and power tools, measuring tools, air tools, and welding equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic Mig and Tig welding.

Qualifications

• At least one year of formal welding training or equivalent experience (preferred).
• 0-1 years of working experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).

Physical Demands

• Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level.
• Lifting: Up to 75 lbs occasionally (floor to waist with assistance), up to 40 lbs frequently (floor to waist).
• Carrying: Up to 40 lbs occasionally (up to 25 feet).
• Push/Pull: Up to 40 lbs frequently, more than 40 lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Postural: Continuous standing and walking. Frequent bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, lifting.
• Griping, manipulation, fingering (continuous).
• Variable hand/power tool use (frequent).
• Use of two-person tasks with assistive devices (engine stands, hand trucks, pallet jacks, hoists).
• Must remain medically cleared to wear PAPR or SAR welding respirator helmets.

What We Offer You

• Pay Range: $26 - $28 per hour plus shift differential.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.