DT Welder - 1st shift
Job in
Washington, Franklin County, Missouri, 63090, USA
Listed on 2026-06-24
Listing for:
WEG Transformers USA
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-06-24
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Full-time
Description
Description
Pay / Benefits:
Pay: $24.01 + $0.75 / hour shift premium where applicable.
Benefits:
WEG offers competitive compensation, meaningful and exciting career options, as well as excellent benefits, including:
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts at 30 days.
- 401(k) with Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid life & disability insurance.
- Bonus Plan (pro-rated)
WEG:
Our Company
Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 47,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an ambitious rate and we're looking for hardworking individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan.
WEG is committed to building quality products and providing efficient solutions. To achieve this goal, we strive for continuous investment in innovation and team work. Helping people reach their goals by living the values of the company is a passion shared by everyone at WEG.
At WEG, our Values stand as:
Human Company, Team Work, Efficiency, Flexibility, Innovation and Leadership.
As a Human Company, we value each individual contribution to our success, and we motivate people by means of integrity, ethics and constant support to personal development.
WEG, also, supports Green Initiatives such as the implementation of a company-wide recycling program, the use of green chemicals for office cleaning, the elimination of Styrofoam cups, and installation of HVAC economizers on rooftop units and an energy management system to improve overall energy efficiency.
Role:
Welder
In this role, you will:
- Set-up and operate MIG welding machines, adjust machine and wire feed as required.
- Normally welding on 16 gauge to 10-gauge mild steel, attaching accessories and fittings or seam welding on parts.
- Work from layout marks, simple drawings.
- Use scale, square and power tools.
- Assemble and tack weld repetitive jobs, finish weld, tack welded assemblies, usually in down and or vertical position.
- Operate grinder to clean and shape weld.
- Conduct visual and dimensional check of own work.
- Support WEG's 5S program in an effort to maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat, organized manner.
- Notify supervisor of material shortages or other concerns.
- Work safely in required PPE to manufacture a high-quality component of a transformer.
Do you have passion for making things right the first time?
Do you enjoy welding?
Do you want to be part of a growing company?
If you answered "Yes" & meet our qualifications, we invite you to apply today to join the WEG Team!
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Requirements
Basic:
- Prior welding experience.
- Able to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to work evening or night shift.
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.
- Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages.
- Must be able to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
- To move forward in the process, candidates will successfully complete: an application, welding knowledge & skill assessments, talent assessment, interview, drug and background screening.
- Safety Sensitive position:
Drug panel includes THC. - Resides within a reasonable commuting distance of Washington MO.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis; visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Participation in Future Farmers of America (FFA) or 4-H Welding projects / programs.
- Completion of Welding Trade school and/or Apprenticeship program.
- Two years of prior manufacturing experience.
$24.01 - $25.49 / Hour
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