Welder

## Welder Apply locations:
McCook NEtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R2790675 South Hwy 83 McCook Nebraska
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* We are the modern workforce*. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.### Starting pay: $22.53/hour### Full time hours, Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM (+ Overtime as needed)## A Brief Summary of This Position The Welder 4 position is an individual contributor. This person must be a highly driven individual that will weld metal and/or aluminum components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety of welding equipment.##

Essential Functions
* Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment.
* Maintain and operate production tooling and fixtures as well as all welding equipment in a safe and secure manner.
* Ability to produce high-quality welds with a low non-conformity rate using GMAW arc welding in the fabrication of items such as pivot or other components, communication towers, and/or overhead sign structures.
* Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determine operation sequence while consistently meeting production goals.
* If applicable based on location, adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings.
* Read and complete labor reporting system, standard shop forms and blueprints
* Other duties as required and/or assigned.## Important Details about the Role
* The employee  must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer.
* The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.
* The employee is responsible for own work.
* Farmington, MN:
Focus areas are plugs, tenons, and small diameter poles.
* Read and decipher blueprints without assistance and use them to properly weld.
* If applicable based on location, read and decipher flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly weld.
* Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty.
* Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery.
* Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.
* This position reports to the Welding Supervisor.##

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
* Maintain a safe and productive working environment.
* Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
* Must be a person of passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
* Ability to regularly meet or exceed production goals while not sacrificing safety or quality.
* Ability to read weld symbols and understand blueprints.
* The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
* Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software.
* Must have an acceptable attendance and prior employment record.
* If applicable based on location. ability to operate overhead cranes, prior experience preferred.
* Must be able to use and accurately read a tape measure.
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
* Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
* The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
* If applicable based on location, the ability…