Finish Welder

Allegion • Snoqualmie, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegion is seeking a full-time Production Finish Welder at its Technical Glass Products facility in Snoqualmie, Washington. The Finish Welder sets up, fits, welds, and prepares for finishing the parts and assemblies used in TGP product lines. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with overtime as needed.

The role involves performing assigned welding and metal-finishing work, checking materials and completed operations against specifications, reporting discrepancies, and helping resolve non-conformance issues. The welder operates and maintains equipment safely, keeps the work area organized, supports workflow improvements, prepares or writes SOPs as required, and trains team members. Multiple operations may need to be performed simultaneously, and periodic welding and finishing tests are required to maintain proficiency.

The work requires precision and attention to detail, the ability to read blueprints and technical or production drawings, and the capacity to complete tasks within limited time frames. The role involves physical work and exposure to workplace hazards; PPE may be required depending on the task or work area.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience with MIG and/or TIG welding.
• Proficiency with MIG and thin-gauge welding techniques.
• Proficiency with sanding and grinding techniques.
• Attention to detail and ability to read blueprints, production drawings, and technical drawings.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks within a limited time frame.
• Strong organizational and math skills.
• Ability to remain alert in a high-risk environment.
• Ability to assess priorities and determine what is urgently needed.
• Ability to maintain schedule and tasks despite interruptions.
• Manual dexterity to handle parts and tools with precision.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping, and grasping.
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving or rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.
• Use of required PPE, which may include a respirator, fall protection, and welding hood, depending on the job duty or work area.

Nice To Haves

• WABO certification.
• Technical degree in welding.
• Experience with aluminum and/or metal finishing, including stainless steel.
• Experience working with galvanized material.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned welding techniques with high attention to detail.
• Coordinate work with supervisors or the weld-prep and scheduling position.
• Check materials for defects and correct dimensions.
• Verify that operations have been completed as specified in the documents.
• Report issues and inconsistencies.
• Use Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for materials and operations that do not comply with requirements.
• Initiate corrective actions to resolve NCRs and return material to production.
• Expedite orders through welding as required.
• Operate equipment safely and according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Organize and maintain areas around the welding area.
• Improve workflow, work processes, or work procedures as needed.
• Write SOPs as required.
• Maintain equipment and tools as required by the manufacturer and as directed.
• Train additional team members.
• Perform metal-finishing work using manual and power tools.
• Complete periodic welding and finishing tests to maintain current proficiency status.
• Perform multiple operations simultaneously when required.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal team members.

Benefits

• Immediate health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Wellness incentives, including up to $1,000 in HSA contributions depending on participation.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Vacation and sick time accrued through the year.
• Vanpools and discounted Orca Card memberships.
• Free on-site fitness center.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Employee discounts through Perks at Work.

What This Job Offers

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