Apprentice Production Welder

Full-time

is an international manufacturer of positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors and turbo blowers. These high-quality machines are used for air and gas applications across many essential industries, including; Wastewater, Cement, Biogas, Pharmaceutical and Food, among many others. a tuition reimbursement program; and a profit share bonus package; We are seeking a Welder Apprentice to learn the skills and techniques necessary to become a professional welder. The Welder Apprentice will assist experienced welders with various tasks such as cutting, grinding, welding and fitting metal parts. Assist with preparing materials, equipment, and work areas for welding and fabrication, including cutting, grinding, and fitting metal components
Perform basic welding tasks using MIG, TIG, and stick processes under supervision
Read blueprints, take measurements, align and clamp parts, and support layout and fit-up activities
Maintain and clean welding tools and equipment, and support general shop organization
Assist with fabrication and production tasks such as sawing, rolling, bending, assembly, painting, and sandblasting
Follow all safety standards and participate in required training and safety meetings
Collaborate with welders, engineers, and team members to meet production goals and resolve issues
Support fixture/tooling setup and adapt to other departments as needed to meet production demands
Work overtime as required and perform additional duties as assigned

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Previous welding experience and experience operating forklift preferred
Ability to perform work in a manufacturing environment, including tasks that may require lifting up to 50 pounds, with attention to safety, detail, and coordination
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to support teamwork, understand instructions, and maintain a safe work environment
Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software tools
Ability to safely use or learn to operate welding equipment and electric/pneumatic power tools
Ability to safely handle and work with steel components and materials in an industrial setting
Willingness and ability to safely operate or learn material handling equipment, such as forklifts and overhead cranes, in accordance with company training
Consistently follows safety procedures and properly uses required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Monday through Friday - 6:15 am - 2:45 pm. Aerzen ensures that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran's status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions and actions are based on merit and made without regard to any characteristic protected by state, federal or local law. Aerzen is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Aerzen USA Corp has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug misuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Aerzen employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
19.00 - $23.00 hourly