Welder

Job Description

Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Winamac, IN manufacturing operation. This is a full time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more.

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks.
• Work in a production line, welding refuse truck assembly.
• Lay out, position, and tack weld work pieces.
• Weld along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connect regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch; turn regulator valves to activate flow of gases, light torch, and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Hold and guide torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Scar or groove welds and parts.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Employee must 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.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years 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.
• Experience in a fast‑paced production environment preferred.
• Must be 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):
  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).
• 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 its 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.