Welder

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network.

OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for operating wire feed MIG pulse welders to weld steel components together using blueprints, jigs and fixtures to tack and final weld parts for the use and support of the assembly of our final product, service parts distribution, engineering research and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remove slag from plasma cut parts by grinding and/or deburring
• Clean, scrap, grind, or sand completed parts
• Operate handheld plasma, oxy-acetylene torch, handheld grinder and die grinder
• Weld both simple and complex components according to specified prints
• Utilize jigs, fixtures and welding spits to clamp, secure and final weld parts
• Perform general welding equipment maintenance and repair
• Operate pallet jack, cylinder dolly, forklift, cart caddy as required
• Use measuring tools such as caliper, tape measure, and micrometer
• Always maintain a neat and orderly work area

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

• Two (2) year certification from technical school – (preferred)
• One (1) year certification from technical school OR one (1) year MIG experience OR a combination of at least one (1) year experience, training and education (required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge and experience using jigs and fixtures in welding applications
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Understands and supports company policies and procedures
• Ability to pass ASV weld test
• Ability to read and understand welding blueprints and weld symbols
• Experience in both heavy and light guage steel, welding and fabrication
• Proven traits in dependability, initiative, and proficient in time management

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The successful candidate demonstrates reliability, punctuality and can work effectively as part of a team.

Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Welder

Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Welding Work Schedule: M-TH

Starting Wage: $22.52/hr (Step Increases at 6,12, 24 months)

This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 6% of base salary.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principal activities.