Mig Welder

McPherson, KS Manufacturing Position

Join our team in McPherson, KS, a city known for its community spirit and strong industrial base. As a vital team member, you will be responsible for producing highly engineered, custom-built components according to product specifications, engineering drawings, work orders, and quality procedures. This role involves mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic assembly techniques, as well as welding, electrical wiring, and hitching on overhead cranes. You will report directly to the Production Supervisor and Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow standard work, BOMs, blueprints, routings, specifications, and other diagrams/instructions to accurately and timely build and assemble parts and equipment.
• Obtain necessary tools and equipment.
• Handle materials, tools, and equipment manually or with a jib crane, performing own hitching as required.
• Layout, cut, and fit parts as required to weld in place.
• Fabricate new metal components in accordance with product data sheets and comply with all applicable safety and performance standards.
• Solve problems and develop innovative solutions while maintaining required safety, stability, and security standards.
• Maintain tools and equipment to a professional standard and keep the workstation clean and orderly.
• Coordinate workflow with team members and third-party agents.
• Execute welds professionally, examine workpieces for defects, and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Maintain high-quality standards as determined by quality and engineering standards.
• Work independently or with a small team of welders to complete large and complex projects.
• Manage workflow, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot problems daily, in addition to fabrication duties.
• Employ physical strength and endurance to complete all welding tasks.

Welding Principal Duties

• Determine from drawings, information, or standard practice the welding sequence, type and size of electrode, machine settings, and tools required.
• Perform fit-up and related layout and welding.
• Make allowance for distortion during fit-up and weld.
• Change gas cylinders, wire reels, cables, gas lines, wire holder, and wire.
• Perform heavy metal fabrication – MIG.
• Conduct 1.5" to 4" multi-pass welding.

General Duties

• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Fabricate small components.
• Complete production and quality assurance forms.
• Participate actively in team meetings and group discussions.
• Interface with engineering to accurately communicate information.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities or events as required.
• Adhere to Quality Management System Requirements.
• Follow and maintain 5S activities.
• Read and comprehend procedures written in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified welder preferred.
• 3-5 years in a custom build shop preferred.
• 2 years of MIG experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to operate a computer to read and input data.
• Ability to operate hand tools and read measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret 3D prints/schematics to complete standard work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Ability to hold oneself accountable for results.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot problems.
• Desire to win.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for approximately 10 hours per day.
• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
• Frequent standing and repetitive use of hands.
• Occasional bending over, climbing, reaching overhead, kneeling, and pushing/pulling.

Shift and Schedule

The typical working hours for this role are 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. Overtime hours may be available or required according to business needs and within applicable federal/state laws.

Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.