Certified Welder - 2nd Shift

Hunter Engineering Company•Durant, MS

60d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Certified Welder in Durant, MS! Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers. Were proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 2025) a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. If youre ready to join a team thats shaping the future of automotive service, read on. Hunter offers $27.75 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay. Some mandatory overtime. Hunter is hiring for the 2nd Shift (3:30pm-12am Monday through Friday). As a Certified Welder, you will position, align, fit, and weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to design drawing tolerances and specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required
Must be able to pass a welding certification test at Hunter Engineering
One year of welding experience in an industrial setting
Must be able to operate material handling equipment such as overhead crane or motorized or manual pallet jacks
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, design drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications beneficial
Basic skill level in computer programs such as Microsoft Office is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Observes and follow all safety rules
Must be willing and able to work overtime as an extension to a normal workday or on weekends, as scheduled
Must read a tape measure, 6" scale, and a combination square or pose the ability to learn to read these measuring tools
Must read and comprehend blueprints
Must pass Hunters D1.1 certification test
Must correctly fit and weld parts to be conforming to design drawing tolerances
Must supply own welding helmet (preferably with 2" X 41/4" lens), tape measure, and 6" scale
Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks
Examines welds for size, location, and conformance to design drawings and specifications
Repairs defective welds, broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes and builds up metal parts
Must perform layout, fit up, and tack weld workpieces
Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, spatter, and oxidation as required
Cleans or degreases parts
Must be able to use an oxy/acetylene torch or plasma cutting tool
Maintain the work area to sustain a clean and orderly environment
May train other operators
Other assignments as deemed appropriate by the supervisor.