Welder - Manufacturing

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$39,800.00-$54,700.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.


Position Overview: The Welder I is responsible for performing various welding and fabrication task to produce precision parts and components. This role requires a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. The Welder I will work under the supervision of senior welders and supervisors to ensure that production goals are met while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Selection and Use of PPE: Proper selection and use of plant PPE and task-specific PPE.
• Safety: Maintain safe work habits, recognize hazards, and ensure hand safety.
• Hazardous Communication: Understand and follow hazardous communication protocols and grinding safety.
• Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO): Implement lockout/tagout procedures to control hazardous energy.
• Mobile and Powered Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts and powered pallet jacks.
• Crane Operations: Perform crane pre-use inspections, operation, and rigging.
• Machine Guarding: Ensure machine guarding and E-Stop awareness/operation.
• Policy Adherence: Follow JM Life Critical Policies.
• Waste Management: Manage waste streams including scrap metal and environmental considerations.
• JSA: Comprehend and sign off on Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Housekeeping: Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Hot Work: Understanding of hot work permitted areas and housekeeping.

Computer/Data Entry

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills including Microsoft O365 applications(Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, Word).
• Reporting Systems: Perform quality control inspections of parts on the machine and report any deficiencies via applicable quality reporting systems.
• Data Entry: Document work orders(via SAP ERP system) and other documentation required for quality control.
• SOPs: Locate and use Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) via computer based library system (SharePoint).
• Training : Ability to navigate and utilize various computer based training (CBT) for safety and compliance.

General Industry

• Tool Use: Use common hand and power tools effectively. Examples would be drills, grinders, deburring tools, surface grinder, etc.
• Measuring: Ability to use precision measuring tools such as tape measures, scales, micrometers, and calipers to perform dimensional tolerancing of parts.
• Shop Math: Apply basic shop math including measurements, geometry, volume, and area.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Interpret blueprints and understand entry-level GD&T including the ability identify weld symbols.

Job/Trade Specific

• Equipment: Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Collaboration: Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with team members to complete projects on time.
• Set-up: Demonstrate ability to set-up a welding machine in order to perform necessary tasks. This includes the use of programs and profiles.
• Tooling/Fixtures : Demonstrate ability to set-up and use fixturing to complete necessary fabrication tasks. This also include the ability to effectively utilize rotary tables.
• Welding: Ability to perform basic welding of carbon steel, stainless steel, Inconel, and aluminum.
• Metallurgy : Understanding of heat control and its effects on alloys.
• Inspection: Ability to perform visual inspections on welds for cracks and porosity.
• Inspection: Demonstrate ability to complete pressure testing of welded parts to inspect for weld quality.

• Equipment: Ability to use various fabrication shop equipment such as shear, plate roller operations, hydraulic press break, hand break, foot shear, swaging, and flaring.
• Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. This includes ability to weld in multiple positions/angles.
• Production: Demonstrate ability to meet or exceed minimum standard times for assigned tasks.

Department Specific Requirements

• Alloy
  • Welding: Demonstrate a high proficiency in TIG welding (GTAW).
  • Fabrication: Demonstrate ability to fabricate to completion various products using provide kit of materials using SOP's, blueprints and retained knowledge with little or no oversight.
  • Inspection: Demonstrate ability to complete dye penetrant testing of welded parts to inspect for weld quality.
  • Proficiency: See Alloy Department Skills Matrix for requirement minimum part requirements.

Minimal Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.
• In addition to the competencies mentioned above, there is a minimum of 1 year of welding/fabrication operational experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or certificate in Welding or similar program from an accredited institution.
• In addition to the competencies mentioned above an ideal candidate would have 3+ years of welding experience
• Experience with all disciplines of welding.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing plant with exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company's succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.


Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.