Welder - Day Shift (Sign-On Bonus Available)

Date Posted: 2/15/2023

Location: Corydon, IA

Job Description:

Available Positions:

Day Shift: (5:00am-3:30pm)

• 4-day work week in production areas
• Sign-on Bonus $2,000

Function:

Performs a variety of welding functions in order to secure pieces of metal together by reading blueprints and job specifications. Layouts, positions, aligns, and secures work pieces together.

​Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific welding requirements.
• Welds components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications. Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts.
• Positions work pieces together as directed by clamping, holding, lifting or moving.
• Tacks assemblies together.
• Notifies supervisor of any necessary repair or maintenance on welding equipment.
• Follows safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Performs work in a neat and orderly fashion and maintains a clean work area.

Educational Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing setting preferred with a solid understanding of welding equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints or instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Basic computer operating skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs frequently; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as bending, walking, reaching with hands, grasping, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to wear PPE (personal protective equipment) as needed such as eye/face shields and clothing protection. Steel-toed shoes are required.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing shop environment with various noise levels and temperatures ranging from hot to cold depending on seasons.