Aluminum Welder

Welding Position at Gradall Industries

Gradall Industries takes great pride in being a top employer in the Tuscarawas County area for more than four generations. As a company, we are dedicated to building an outstanding team of professionals who work hard, take pride in their work, and contribute to a positive, respectful workplace culture. If you share these values and want to be part of a growing company, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Gradall is currently hiring for Welding positions. If you have relevant experience in Welding and you meet the requirements listed below, please apply today for consideration.

Position Summary:

Using average to complicated blueprints and operation sheets, fit up, tack weld, and finish weld any job assigned to consistently produce work of accepted quality.

Pay - IAM member starts at $27.02 to Top Rate of $30.66

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Ability to pass entry level weld test, change weld wire settings and perform welds at all positions.
• Ability to read blueprints at an intermediate level.
• Ability to set gas and oxygen levels in order to use cutting torches.
• Ability to cut steel and other metals straight and within acceptable tolerances as designed on prints or verbal instructions.
• Perform related tasks including grinding, cutting and removing scrap from tables, routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Job requires planning and performing diversified work of average complexity and frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.
• Practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.
• Comply with plant rules, excellent practice of safe behavior and compliance with safety rules and have good attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to count accurately and have knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
• Ability to read, write legibly and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner as needed to complete assigned duties.
• Ability to use CRT/computer/bar code reader to retrieve and/or input data.
• Ability to plan work to maximize utilization of equipment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to pass entry level weld test, change weld wire settings and perform welds at all positions.
• Ability to read blueprints at an intermediate level.
• Ability to set gas and oxygen levels in order to use cutting torches.
• Ability to cut steel and other metals straight and within acceptable tolerances as designed on prints or verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform related tasks including grinding, cutting and removing scrap from tables, routine machine care and maintenance, material handling, recordkeeping and any other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Ability to plan and perform diverse work of average complexity and frequent physical effort in handling and moving material.
• Ability to practice safe work habits including PPE requirements and all safety rules.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with plant rules, excellent practice of safe behavior and compliance with safety rules and have good attendance.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands and requirements efficiently without losing composure.
• Knowledge of GMS and safety systems to ensure compliance.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED

One year of work experience in a manufacturing environment and ability to pass welding test.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist/turn, bend/squat, climb, reach below knees and reach above shoulders on a continuous basis.

Frequent use of powered material handling equipment.

Frequently required to lift/carry up to 15 lbs unassisted, occasionally lift/carry 16-50 lbs unassisted.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Must be able to prioritize work using general guidelines to respond to multiple, simultaneous demands and requirements efficiently without losing composure.

Why should you work at Gradall?

• Competitive wages
• Generous Benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Sick and Accident Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Opportunities for training and development
• Advancement Opportunities

Gradall is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.