Welder - 1st Shift

Welder - 1st ShiftLocation: Reading, PAHow You Will Make an ImpactA Welder/ Weld Trainee provides welding support as part of a team working on either Standard and/or Special assembled service bodies as well as small parts.The Nuts and BoltsWeld together structural (Aluminum and Galvanized Steel) metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions in flat, vertical or overhead positions.Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt components parts to obtain required configuration and positions for welding.Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.Complete inline quality inspection of work and Maintain weld quality in accordance to established quality guidelinesComplete welding station tasks in accordance to established tak time (if applicable).Cross train on multiple welding workstations and perform required tasks in multiple stations when needed to fill staffing gaps.Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools including welding equipment.Required CredentialsPrior manufacturing experience preferredAbility to pass tape measure testingAbility to read blue print (if applicable to the line)How We Make an ImpactAt Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!Some of Our Total RewardsWe offer big company perks with small company culture:Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life401(k) Savings Plan with Company MatchTuition Reimbursement10 paid holidaysGenerous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount ProgramPaid Training and Development ProgramsJ.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.