Welder 2 or 3 - Winsted - any shift

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Winsted, MN

13d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Millerbernd Manufacturing is seeking a Big Pole Welder 2 (with more MIG experience) or Big Pole Welder 3 (expert-level) to join their Transportation & Infrastructure team in Winsted. This role involves performing MIG welding, layout, tacking, fabrication, and building functions in the manufacture of various products according to product specifications. Candidates will undergo an internal welding test to determine their appropriate welder level. Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is an AWS Sustaining Company Member.

Requirements

Must be AWS GMAW certified.
Successful completion of internal welding test is mandatory.
Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and weld symbols.
Ability to operate hoists, cranes, and other powered industrial vehicles as needed.
Ability to operate various power and hand tools.
Experience in use of weld positioners, turners, fixtures and equipment.
Ability to perform basic shop math functions.
Ability to electronically record production information.
Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork.
Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures.
Accurately use tape measure and precision measuring instruments.
Operational knowledge of Electric Plasma and Acetylene Torch.
Proficient in welding techniques on flat, vertical and rotating planes.
Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
Demonstrated progressive experience including AWS, ASME, ISO and/or API welder qualifications.
Demonstrate progressive experience working in multiple processes, positions and materials through current or previously held certifications in at least 3 of the following process: FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, SAW, PAW, SMAW.
Expert knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and weld symbols.
Expert knowledge of weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
Expert Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals.
Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.

Nice To Haves

3 years’ experience in metal fabrication/welding experience.
Prefer graduation from an accredited trade school for welding.

Responsibilities

Perform GMAW welds: butt – V – single bevel and fillet welds on carbon steel.
Produce welds that pass visual inspection.
Perform necessary repairs that pass adhere to MMC Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and CWI inspection requirements.
Demonstrate the ability to weld specified weld joints with either .045 and/or .062 diameter wires.
Read and understand MMC WPS’s – select appropriate wire and shielding gas and weld within WPS weld parameters.
Proficient in print reading and understands weld symbols and welding gauges.
Perform welds using solid, flux core, and metal core wire as needed.
Weld carbon and stainless steel as needed.
Perform carbon arc gouging and recognize when any and all defects have been removed.
Layout and tack to specifications.
Use grinder or other appropriate tools to clean, smooth out, grind or finish parts as needed.
Use various machines to fabricate, build, and design products.
Monitor the production board and internal paperwork to perform tasks in the designated sequence.
Accurately label all parts for routing to next operation.
Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required.
Enter job data in production tracking system.
Use crane, hoist, forklift or other material handling equipment to transport materials and product into and out of the work area as required.
Ensure use of safe work procedures and wear all required PPE.
Perform work at the appropriate pace to maintain quality and productivity requirements.
Act as a resident expert within the team on safety; typically, this role would not incur any safety violations or incidents.
Visually inspects completed welds to determine acceptance to given specifications.
Achieve a UT (ultrasonic testing) pass rate of 85% (calculated over a 6-month period from total number of structures welded).
Achieve less than 10% visual testing failures (calculated over a 6-month period from total number of structures welded).
Achieve no more than 0.5 inches per earned hour.
Weld any section with little to no visual defects.
Read, understand and execute Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS); assist less experienced welders with process interpretation.
Clean and prepare surfaces to be welded.
Join, fabricate and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
Regularly weld on material 3/16” or greater.
Fit (tack) any size and complexity.
Interpret blueprints, specifications or diagrams to determine appropriate welding process.
Certified to weld on any area of the pole or cylinder/ring as the business requires.
Perform the welding and/or fabrication within the standard time; average productivity ≥ 75%.
Work independently through established procedures associated with the job with limited supervision.
Assist in the development and training of welding and fabrication employees on safe practices and advanced welding procedures and practices.
Train other less experienced welders frequently; either in formal welding school or on the job trainer.
Identify and initiate product/process improvements.
Assist with documenting work processes.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)”Incentive plans
Accrual or Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles