Fabrication Operator – Welding

nVent•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Welder at nVent’s Chattanooga facility, you will interpret blueprints, perform layout work, and set up welding equipment to complete high-quality welds across a variety of materials and configurations. Welders are being hired for multiple shifts: day shift, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; and night shift, Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m.–3:30 a.m. The work is performed in a manufacturing setting that may not be climate-controlled and can include exposure to varying temperatures. nVent is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. nVent is a global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. The company designs, manufactures, markets, installs, and services products and solutions that connect and protect sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Its portfolio includes brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE. nVent also encourages and supports employee philanthropic activities through its nVent in Action matching program. Its stated values include innovation and adaptability, integrity, customer focus, respect and teamwork, optimism, and accountability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of welding experience.
Experience utilizing cutting torches, brushes, pads, buffers, grinders, overhead cranes, and rubber hammers.
Prior knowledge of setting up welding machines and adjusting settings.
Ability to read tape measures and blueprints.
Ability to properly operate welding equipment.
Ability to safely stand and walk for extended periods and frequently use hands for tasks requiring dexterity and grip.
Ability to frequently bend and kneel and maintain balance, with occasional climbing or repositioning to support production needs.
Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently.
Ability to communicate effectively, hear, and visually assess work to ensure quality, safety, and accuracy in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints and collaborate with the lead person to confirm job requirements.
Gather necessary materials and perform layout work according to specifications.
Set up welding machines and adjust settings for various applications.
Weld steel, aluminum, copper, and other materials in multiple positions and joint configurations.
Inspect welds for quality and repair defective joints as needed.
Operate cutting torches and manual plasma cutters when required.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area by performing regular housekeeping duties.