Welder - 2nd Shift

Shift Overview

2nd shift:
Monday – Thursday, four 10‑hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday’s and occasionally Saturday's.

Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, starting rate $29.28 per hour. 2nd Shift Premium $2.00 per hour.

Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually.

Comprehensive Benefit Package:
Day 1 Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships, and more).

Sign on bonus for production hires that live >50 miles from their assigned work location at time of hire.

The Welder I positions are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal, read blueprints and schematic diagrams, maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Communicate verbally with co‑workers to keep a safe working environment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks.
• Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blueprints.
• Set up parts for the welding process: grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld, and/or sub welds; may also assemble parts.
• Weld sheet metal materials.
• Apply measurements to parts and equipment.
• Use and operate hand and power tools.
• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
• Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting.
• Assist co‑workers with heavy lifting of parts.
• Understand the differences in parts and tools.
• Work required hours and maintain an excellent attendance record.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Sweep and clean shop area.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Install hose and cord reels and generators.
• Mounting of parts.
• Retrieve parts from outside.
• Participate in rotating jobs.
• Assist in training new employee.

• Previous welding experience.
• Ability to obtain a certificate in Welding with Pierce Manufacturing.
• Preferred:
  Associate’s Degree in Welding or Certified Welder.
• Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing.
• Blueprint reading skills.

• Perform all assigned tasks.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and co‑workers.
• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.
• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated.
• Hear safety alarms and detect heat when welding.
• Perform measurement and counting tasks.
• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blueprints effectively.
• Identify safety issues.
• Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while welding; climb portable steps safely.
• Lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Use both hands for tool operation and carrying of parts.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals. Selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team.