3rd Shift Technical Welding Instructor; Weld Tech

Position Description

The Welding Technician is responsible for safely performing all tasks associated with this position, with supervision and guidance. The Welding Technician I is a crucial position, supporting the welding/fabricating processes and training throughout the business. Seamless interaction with all departments, vendors, suppliers, and Wabash sites is required. Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism. Above average welding skill, basic automated welding and fabrication knowledge are required.

Robotic understanding is a plus, depending on site needs. Must be able to complete tasks on time with high quality and with attention to detail. Above average communication and personal interaction skills are required.

• Able to perform GMAW welding process on varied base materials at an above average quality level.
• Perform basic automated welding and/or basic robotic programming and troubleshooting, as required by site.
• Perform basic level welding machine programming, troubleshooting and repair.
• Clearly communicate welding expectations and procedures to production and other departments.
• Provide training and mentoring to Wabash employees regarding welding processes and practices.
• Travel if necessary (Weld Tech. I travel would be mainly for training, exposure and experience purposes).
• Self‑seek education, training opportunities and new technology in the welding field.
• Collect, analyze, and report on data regarding welding processes and improvements.
• Learn about developing, testing and documenting new welding processes and procedures (WPS, PQR and all related testing).
• Complete a monthly weld audit schedule and publish results.
• Accepting of, and participate in, training and learning opportunities.
• Reports to the welding technician supervisor.

• Robots / Automated welding equipment
• Metallurgical testing equipment
• Welding equipment (GMAW, SMAW, PAW, GTAW, SAW, RPW)
• Plasma cutting / gouging equipment
• Thermal cutting equipment (Oxy/fuel)
• Electrical / diagnostic equipment
• Computers / smart phones / printers
• Assorted software and programming interfaces
• Welding PPE
• Grinders / sanders
• Assorted power tools
• Assorted hand tools

• Score of 51 points or higher on steel weld test.
• Formal welding classes preferred (Voc. School, Tech. College), but not required in lieu of proven tenure and experience in the manufacturing welding field.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Above average reading, writing and verbal communication skills. Bilingual is a plus but not required.
• Automated welding equipment or robotic experience is a plus but not required. Can be trained.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy.
• Microsoft Office, GMAW and GMAW‑P welding, welding troubleshooting, data collection and problem solving.
• This position requires the ability to work on projects both individually and cross‑functionally.
• The welding technician I must be able to work well with others and seek continuous self‑improvement opportunities.
• The desired candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in welding manufacturing.
• Excellent attendance history.

Welding technician experience and education are great to come into this position with. However, it’s not required, here at Wabash, we give you the training to become comfortable in any welding technician position. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the position.

• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision included
• 401k with match
• Tuition reimbursement program

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles,…