Welder

Job Overview

Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Albany, OR manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Hourly Rate: $24.00.

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks.
• Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces.
• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examines welds for bead size and other specifications.
• Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.
• Meet specific vision abilities required: distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to six months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints and measuring tape.
• Experienced in a fast paced production environment preferred.
• Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances.

• 2 Medical Plan Options – Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans, Prescription (Rx) Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 2 Dental Plan Options – Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans, Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) – Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA.
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance.
• Company Paid Disability Insurance (Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance.
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match.
• Voluntary Pet Insurance.
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time Paid.
• Grandparent Leave Paid.
• Bonding Leave Paid.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement).

Wastequip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other class protected by applicable law. Wastequip will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.