Warehouse - Welder

Purpose

Perform Basic Stick and MIG welding operations on standard and custom parts using proper tools, techniques, and safety practices. Maintain weld quality while contributing to continuous production flow and adherence to safety standards.

• Perform Welding Tasks (40%) – Operate MIG welder to join metal components on standard and custom products. Use appropriate weld settings and fixtures to maintain weld integrity. This work is performed on completely built parts either new or used condition.
• Support Retrofit, Modification, and Repair (40%) – Complete retrofits and modify standard products as directed. Repair forms and components following specifications and quality standards. This work may be done with a heating or cutting torch, plasma cutting machine, portable press, magnetic base drill press, or other approved methods for straightening or replacing damaged components.
• Read Drawings and Interpret Specifications (10%) – Review and interpret engineering drawings to determine weld locations, sizes, and sequence. Use tape measures and gauges to confirm dimensions to 1/32”.
• Maintain a Clean and Safe Work Area (10%) – Keep work spaces free from debris and organized for efficient workflow. Adhere to all environmental and safety procedures and policies.
• Additional duties may be assigned as required by business necessity and may be added, deleted, or changed at any time by management.

• Welding experience
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings and measurement tools
• Experience working with torch, plasma cutter, hydraulic press, grinder, and basic power tools
• Ability to assess repairs and identify safest and most efficient course of action, including when a repair should not be performed.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiently uses job‑specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Responsibility:
  Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.
• Mathematics:
  Applies basic and advanced math skills accurately in job‑related functions.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

• Climbing:
  Rarely
• Hearing, speaking:
  Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines
• Balancing:
  Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment.
• Standing:
  Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting:
  Rarely to Continuously
• Walking:
  Frequently
• Forward bend in standing:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Rotation in standing:
  Occasionally
• Squatting:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping:
  Occasionally to frequently
• Static postures:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand / Left-hand coordination:
  Continuous with average eye/hand coordination
• Reaching:
  Frequently
• Crawling:
  Occasionally
• Crouching:
  Occasionally to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions – Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers:
  Frequently to Continuously
• Elevated work:
  Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift:
  Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift:
  Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet
• Pull horizontally:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet
• One hand pull right hand:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand:
  Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling:
  Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling:
  Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises, etc.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) options
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.