Job Information
WEG Electric Corp. Welder - 2nd Shift in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Welder - 2nd Shift
Department: Production
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.
Minneapolis, MN
Position: Welder - 2nd shift
Team: Fabrication Team
Primary Objective of Position:
A Welder is responsible for setting up, fabricating and welding complex parts using various welding processes. A Welder works with a high degree of detail adhering to safety and quality standards.
Major Areas of Accountability:
Set up and fabricate a wide variety of components using various welding processes, primarily FCAW and GMAW.
Use oxygen-acetylene, oxygen-natural gas, plasma arc and carbon-arc equipment to heat, straighten, trim and bevel ferrous and non-ferrous material.
Read drawings and routings to determine method, sequence of operation, position, tolerances and welding specifications, to include proper filler materials, fluxes and weld machine settings.
Make all necessary layouts and setups using proper tools and fabricating equipment.
Uses portable electric or air driven grinding or chipping equipment.
Perform self-inspection and documentation of welded components.
Provide feedback on rejected welded components, and may determine disposition of rework for rejection report.
Works in other areas of the Fabrication Team skills matrix, may work in other areas fabricating parts and brazing.
Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
1-2 year welding degree or High School degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant welding experience.
Must pass a FCAW 3G and GMAW-SC 2G weld test.
Knowledge of layouts, ability to read blueprints, perform basic math and calculate conversions.
Ability to be certified in overhead and Jib crane operation and forklift operation.
Physical Requirements:
Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50lbs.
Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
Routinely positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operator machinery or tools.
Occasionally moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.
Salary
Based on experience and qualifications
Pay Types
Voluntary weekend overtime.
Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!
Job Type
Monday - Friday, 2nd shift 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Full-time (Union)
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
Company paid Holidays (13)
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
Company paid Life Insurance
Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
$6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
Company provided tools
Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
Secure, onsite free parking
