Alumnium Welder - 2nd Shift

Oshkosh • Kewaunee, WI

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About The Position

Kewaunee Fabrications, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is hiring motivated and experienced welders for a second-shift role. The position involves welding steel and/or aluminum parts to blueprints, using fixtures to position components and control distortion, and carrying out related preparation, finishing, documentation, inspection, and maintenance tasks. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with a paid lunch. Voluntary overtime is available before or after the shift.

Starting pay is $26.75 per hour, with a $0.50-per-hour skill premium for aluminum and robotic welding and a $1.00-per-hour premium for second- and third-shift work. Wages increase every six months until the employee reaches top pay, and annually thereafter. A full benefits package is available after 30 days.

Requirements

• Previous metal fabrication and/or welding experience.
• Basic blueprint-reading and mechanical skills.
• Experience with at least one welding process.
• Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds; lifting devices are available.
• Willingness to perform cleaning, grinding, and weld-preparation work.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, technical training, or equivalent education.
• One or more years of welding or metal fabrication experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Weld steel and/or aluminum parts according to blueprints using MIG, TIG, FCAW, or SMAW processes.
• Use fixtures to position components and control distortion.
• Perform grinding, cleaning, and deburring as needed.
• Complete required job paperwork and labor documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform self-inspections and adhere to quality standards.
• Support preventative maintenance and assist coworkers as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Stock purchase program
• Employee discounts
• Wellness programs
• Wage progression increases every six months until top pay, then annually
• Paid lunch
• Voluntary overtime available before or after the shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed