Welder

Job TitleResponsible for performing GMAW welding processes/Carbon Arc Gouging on production materials in compliance with the required specifications.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.Ensure compliance with quality control standards and maintain required AWS certifications, including meeting or exceeding the 85% UT pass ratio.Operate assigned equipment with full knowledge of its capabilities and applicable welding codes, handle machine setup and routine maintenance.Complete all job-related paperwork and data entry accurately and manage tasks independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining the required weld Earned Hour Ratio.Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.Education:High School Diploma or GED preferred.Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.The Company:Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.Our Benefits:Paid vacation/time off401(k) retirement plan plus company matchCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid short-term disability benefitsHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceFinancial wellness coachingEmployee assistance programPaid holidays (8)Employee discountsEducation assistanceAnd much more.QualificationsExperience:Solid knowledge of welding techniques and metal fabrication processes. Proficient in using hand tools such as tape measures, squares, protractors, and grinding/arc gouging equipment. Skills in interpreting fabrication drawings and data sheets for accurate assembly. Strong mathematical abilities, including working with fractions and decimals.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.