Welder - Lead - 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Welder - Lead - 1st Shift (7:00 am-3:30pm) - $27.00/hour
Who we are looking forWe are currently searching for a Welder - Lead - 1st Shift to be based out of Cartersville, GA. Reporting to Welding Supervisor, this person will be responsible for welding aluminum cable trays, as well as providing direction and guidance to other welders in the department. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is desired.
What you'll doWelder - Lead's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Direct and provide guidance to other welders in the department
- Perform setup, adjustments and operation of welding machines within the department
- Use basic fabricating tools (i.e. tape measure)
- Interpret drawings and fabricate based off blueprints
- Fabricate per customer requirements adhering to specifications
- Actively participate in Atkore's safety program
- Cross train in different areas of the shop as required
- Ensure all processes are carried out with the required use of safety controls and PPE
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What you'll bring- 3+ years welding experience
- Ability to read a tape measure
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Work 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday
- Technical School Welding Certificate (preferred)
- Squat, bend and lift up to 50 lbs
- Stand and work a 10-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
- Embrace and foster an environment that supports core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability
- Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy
- Gain an understanding of your team
- Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns
Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work certified company and a three-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $27.00/hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.
Benefitsavailable
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Any leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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