Metal Shop Certified Welder

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Metal Shop Certified Welder is responsible for fabricating production assemblies used in precast manufacturing ensuring all work meets company and PCI certification standards This role involves welding cutting and assembling components using shop equipment such as welders saws presses and forklifts The position plays a key role in supporting efficient production through high quality accurate and safe fabrication work Salary 3339hour

Safety is our highest priority We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect care and accountability Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices look out for one another and speak up about potential risks Together we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day

At Wells youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts Whether youre in operations a manufacturing facility or out in the field your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities We value hard work reliability and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork With a strong focus on safety collaboration and ingenuity we create an environment where you can build your experience contribute to meaningful work and make an impact

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health financial well being and work life balance Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance company paid disability and life insurance wellness incentives paid holidays PTO flexible spending accounts HSA options a 401k with profit sharing access to Nice Healthcare employee assistance resources pet insurance and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness accident and hospital indemnity plans Health and family care leave is available to both union and non union employees

Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

Perform welding operations that meet company and PCI certification standards

Operate shop equipment including welders forklifts shears punches drill presses and band saws Fabricate and assemble production components used in precast manufacturing

Build and set up jigs for fabrication work as needed

Read and interpret basic blueprints and production drawings

Use gas acetylene torches for cutting and fabrication tasks

Transport and handle materials safely within the shop environment

Ensure work is completed accurately efficiently and safely

Maintain compliance with safety procedures and quality standards

Support additional shop and production tasks as assigned

The ideal candidate is a skilled and safety focused welder with a strong work ethic and experience in a shop or manufacturing environment They are detail oriented dependable and take pride in producing high quality fabrication work that meets strict standards This individual works well both independent and as part of a team adapts to changing production needs and is committed to continuous improvement and safe work practices IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE High School Diploma or GED required

Welding certification preferred willingness to test and certify required

Ability to read blueprints steel orders and basic technical documents

General math skills and ability to accurately read a tape measure

Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred training provided

Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions

Adaptability to changing priorities in a production environment

Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending climbing kneeling twisting squatting crawling and repetitive handarm use Capable of standing walking and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours

Comfortable working at heights using ladders scaffolding swing stages and man lifts frequently

Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards

Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions including wet hot humid and cold weather and outdoors Depending on location

Ability to wear all required PPE including but not limited to safety boots safety glasses hearing protection high visibility vest hard hat and other PPE as required by the task department or work area

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task Employees must follow all job related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Wells participates in E Verify and will provide the federal government with your I 9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the US