Welder I

Our skilled trades professionals use their hands-on technical and mechanical abilities to work on a variety of unique equipment to our industry. We are looking for motivated individuals who have the strong ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and the desire to make tomorrow better than today. PADNOS recognizes the demand for skilled trades so we are teaming with educators to develop partnerships and create hands-on programs for students and individuals.


PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Position Summary:

The Welder I position is responsible for preparing, welding, and finishing projects according to drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. Fabricating and rebuilding parts for use with equipment and machinery in accordance with prevention and/or to minimize downtime.

• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations
• Operate welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding.
• Examine work pieces for defects, and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot and provide necessary repairs.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Operate hi-lo to move large steel objects when necessary.
• Detect faulty operation of equipment and/or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Train other persons on the skills above.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• 1-3 years MIG and TIG welding experience
• Technical training in welding preferred
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to operate a hi-lo and obtain license
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Proven safety consciousness
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong mathematical skills