What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welding/Manufacturing Technician position at Vogel Traffic Services - EZ Liner?
Job Summary
The Welding Manufacturing Technician performs fitting, assembly, and welding operations to build weldments, sub‑assemblies, and machine components used in striping equipment production. This role may also support additional shop functions such as painting, wiring, sanding, and finishing as needed.
Responsibilities
- Use hand tools, grinders, and related equipment to prepare and finish workpieces
- Set up and operate oxy‑acetylene cutting equipment
- Position, align, fit, and weld components according to specifications
- Verify workpiece conformance using measurements, drawings, and inspection tools
- Fabricate and assemble sheet metal components and structural parts
- Tack, clamp, and secure parts in preparation for welding
- Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling components
- Interpret complex instructions, drawings, specifications, and blueprints
- Perform MIG and TIG welding, selecting proper rods, flux, and machine settings
- Support mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or paint‑plumbing assembly tasks as needed
Core Competencies
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Mechanically inclined with interest in troubleshooting
- Ability to multitask in a production environment
- Solid understanding of welding and fabrication fundamentals
- Reliable
Qualification & Education Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of machining or related shop experience
- Hands‑on experience with saws, benders, milling machines, mechanical assembly, and striping equipment
- At least 2 years of MIG and TIG welding experience
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pre-Employment Drug Testing Required.
Pay dependent on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 6% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Hull, IA 51239 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43,193 - $56,853