Welder III

The Welder III is responsible for producing metal components by setting up and operating welding machine, maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced understanding of welding necessary to produce metal components
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/Tag out
• Ability to weld three or more different types (Mig, Tig, etc.)
• Set up components for welding according to specifications for given process
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Ability to adjust welding machine
• Ability to select correct welding process, cell, and machine
• Understand and accurately report daily production quantities to meet set number of parts per hour
• Consistent and accurate counts of materials and products
• Ability to do daily maintenance on welding machine
• Performs necessary quality checks on product and completes daily communication
• Ability to setup workstation according to safety standards to perform maximum efficiency
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain all equipment according to established procedures.
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Ability to complete the first part approval process for all jobs
• Effectively collaborate with departments across organization to achieve daily goals
• May program new parts in robotic cell to completion

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 4 years welding experience required

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to safely perform work in varying work conditions
• Holds at least three welding certifications (1G – 6G) or three different materials (ex. steel, aluminum, stainless, etc.) required
• Working knowledge of welding with previous experience in manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Effective problem-solving skills/detailed oriented/sense of urgency
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement devices such as calipers, micrometers, and fillet gauges
• Ability to be forklift certified
• Ability to follow hoist safety protocols
• Self-motivated, takes initiative

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 lbs. on a consistent basis 
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours 
• Excellent hand/eye coordination 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use power tools 
• Good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina  
• Consistently wear personal protective equipment 
• Ability to work in production facility with fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels 

Featured Benefits

• Medical Insurance with HSA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer PTO
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Uniforms
• Boot Reimbursement

Job Details

Job Title: Welder III

Company: Elemet Manufacturing

Location: Aitkin, MN

Shift: 1st

Reports To: Operations Manager

Direct Reports: No

Pay Type: Hourly

Job Type: Direct

Requisition ID: 57730

The expected base pay range for this position is between $27.00 and $33.00 per hour.  The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including geographical location, education, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Who We Are

Elemet Group provides solutions to solve our customers’ manufacturing and fabrication challenges. Across our four separate locations, we have access to state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled specialists in CNC metal spinning, robotic welding, automated machining, assembly, powder coating, e-coating, and 2-axis and 5-axis water jet cutting and provide our customers with vertically integrated solutions.

Our core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Driven, Innovation, and Fun guide our daily business decisions, foster a strong sense of community, and reinforce our commitment to a positive workplace culture.

Elemet Group participates in E-Verify, a federal program that checks the employment eligibility of all new hires. 

Elemet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary : $27 - $33