Automated Welding Machine Operator

RPM & AssociatesRapid City, SD
Onsite

About The Position

RPM and Associates, Inc. is seeking an Automated Welding Machine Operator. This full-time position offers a competitive wage and an attractive benefits package. The role involves operating automated welding systems, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe and organized work environment. Training will be provided for operating the welding systems. Employees are expected to conduct themselves professionally and follow all company policies.

Requirements

  • Must be able to understand and accurately follow through on verbal directions.
  • Must be able to read, interpret, and accurately follow through on written work directions.
  • Must be able to read blueprints.
  • Must be able to perform measurements with standard measurement equipment and layout tools.
  • Must be able to frequently lift, carry and/or position up to 50 pounds, as required.
  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Must be 21 years of age based on DOT requirements for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in a welding environment or trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Immediately notify the Production Manager of any safety issue or problem.
  • Weld components as directed and as per company, customer and/or engineering specifications.
  • Safely operate our automated welding systems.
  • Maintain all equipment as per manufacturer or company schedules, or as directed.
  • Immediately notify management on any equipment that needs attention.
  • Assist in the development of written process documentation as required and directed.
  • Keep production areas and any other work areas safe, clean, and organized.
  • Make recommendations for tooling, fixturing, process requirements, and/or equipment needs.
  • Safely handle parts and materials with appropriate industrial trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, and associated rigging.
  • Follow all RPM policies, programs, and procedures.
  • Work with production and engineering to determine welding requirements, as required.
  • Keep the Production Manager advised of usage and reorder requirements for consumables and materials utilizing the company purchase order system.
  • Assist management in employee training.
  • Perform other duties as required and directed.

Benefits

  • health/dental insurance
  • simple IRA program (with employer matching up to 3% of salary)
  • paid holiday/vacation
  • personal PPE reimbursement program
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus pay
  • Earned Paid Days off
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