PRODUCTION MIG WELDERS - Immediate Hire

Job Description:
Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Alexandria, LA manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Pay Rate: $19.48.
Responsibilities

Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks
Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces
Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines
Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal
Examines weld for bead size and other specifications
Scarfs or grooves welds and parts
Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter
Other duties as assigned
Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
One to six months of related experience and/or training preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals
Ability to understands and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to read blue prints and measuring tape
Experienced in a fast-paced production environment preferred
Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances

Company Benefits:
• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans

• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider - from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing - building a brighter future for all.