Welder

Position Description:

The Welder will have a key role in the manufacture of stainless and aluminum final products and subassemblies, utilizing knowledge of overall construction techniques. Using hand tools, various shop machines, MIG and/or TIG welding, the Welder is a crucial position in the manufacturing process and is therefore expected to produce high-quality work while keeping to production standards. This position requires strict adherence to the Wabash National EH&S policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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

· Aluminum/Stainless MIG and TIG weld at a level that meets quality standards.

· Read and understand blueprints and specifications.

· Wear a respirator

· Work in a confined space.

· Work at heights of 15 – 20 Feet

· Fabricate using various hand tools and equipment.

· Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures, regulations and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).

· Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

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)

· Plasma Cutter/Gouging

· Respirator/ADF or PAPR Hood

· Grinder/Sander

Qualifications:

· Ability to read blueprints

· Must be able to pass a weld test

· Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

· Basic reading /writing/ & verbal skills

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 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 Welder, 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 Welders must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. Some Welders 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.