Mig Welder

Sonoco • Hartselle, AL

50d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mig Welder (Production Associate) will work in production for the Metco Steel Reels division. This role requires working in a quick and safe manner, with excellent attendance being crucial for team success. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of success in a fast-paced environment, the ability to work with various teams, and a good eye for spotting defects. Pride in personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail are important.

Requirements

• Pass a Mig Welding Test.
• At least 1 year in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• A “get it done” attitude and an urgency to resolve problems/tasks.
• Ability to easily lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of our products and their quality requirements.
• Reliability, good initiative, commitment, and quality focus.
• Ability to effectively work with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions.
• Ability to perform repetitive duties, including going up and down stairs and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Sonoco mission driven.

Responsibilities

• Mig Weld mild steel together to form the finished product. Sheet material range from 16GA – ¼” thick with occasional ¾” plate. Flat Bar 3/16” – 1 ½ thick, 3” I-Beam @ 7.5 pounds per foot, and structural tubing ranging from 1 ¼” Square – 3” x 4” Rectangle.
• Fitting and forming parts for welding is required in certain jobs.
• Inspection and grinding is also required in certain jobs.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds is required.
• Work in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with all functions within the plant (safety, quality, maintenance & management).
• Responsible for general housekeeping (5S) of work area and department.
• Mig Welding with .045 wire and perform fillet and butt joints.
• Ability to read drawings and Route Sheets to determine the proper job requirements.
• Be flexible as individuals are trained on multiple jobs and weld positions.
• Collaborate closely with other departments and teams.
• Think on your feet and troubleshoot problems and situations.
• Make incremental process adjustments, monitor and report quality of manufactured product.
• Learn to set up new jobs, train on other lines and in other departments.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Perform all duties as designated by supervisor/manager.
• Perform all duties in support of Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.
• Help out other departments as needed.
• Downtime is cleaning and straightening time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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