3rd shift, Welding Coordinator, 10HR Rear Frames- North Plant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for: 

Primary duty is to assist supervisor to meet production goals as outlined by the supervisor. To perform a variety of semiskilled manual duties requiring knowledge of techniques, tools, equipment, and safety precautions. To adhere to and enforce the general safety plan. May be required to do other duties as requested by supervisor.  Primary job functions require exercising independent judgment.  Ensures work is performed at a quality level consistent with Wabash National standard practice.  Supervised by supervisor, general foreman, manager, or department head.  Good attendance is critical, and coordinator is required to report all absences directly to supervisor. Must be willing and able to work overtime. 

Tools & Equipment: 

Below is a list of examples of the potential tools and equipment you may find yourself working with, depending upon your department and location. Wabash provides all the necessary training for you to feel comfortable and confident to excel at your new career with us.  

• Oxy / Acetylene Torch  
• Engineering Prints 
• Work Instructions 
• Handheld Tools 
• Tape Measure  
• Hoist  
• Crane 
• MIG Welder (GMAW – including Pulse Transfer) 
• TIG Welder (GTAW) 
• Possible limited Stick Welder (SMAW) 
• Plasma Cutter / Gouging 
• Grinder / Sander  
• Respirator/ ADF or PAPR Hood 

Qualifications: 

• Must have both written and verbal (give instructions) communication skills.   
• High School degree or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred for this position.  
• Good people skills required.   
• Must have ability to learn and run required computer applications.   
• Possess required math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.    
• Must have ability to understand and apply engineering specifications, Change Orders, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Good problem-solving skills required.
• Must currently be a level 3 welder.  

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience: 

Experience and education are great to come into this position with. However, it’s not required, here at Wabash, we give you the training to become comfortable in any Welding Coordinator position. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor. 

Benefits:  

• Vacation 
• Paid Holidays 
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Included  
• 401k with match 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program  

Working Conditions/Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as the noise level in the work environment can be very loud with high temperatures at times. All employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about. Wabash is committed to proving equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex. 

Physical Demands: 

As a Welding Coordinator, you are regularly required to stand, walk, lean, push, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate tools or controls for the length of their entire shift. The employee needs full range of motion in their arms and hands in this position. All Welding Coordinators must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. Some Welding Coordinators also work in small spaces throughout their shift and frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, along with good hand-eye coordination.   

Behavioral Attributes: 

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem. 
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives. 
• Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information. 
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better. 
• Copes successfully with unexpected events. 
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives. 
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time. 

Leadership Attributes: 

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about: 

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.  
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.  
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle or settle for the status quo.  
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.  
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash. 

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement: 

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.