MIG Welder - 2nd Shift

Hitachi • Michigan City, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Global Air Power is a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving innovations that keep the world moving. From their headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, their compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe. Their portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production. They are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through their brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), they are proud of their reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering. The MIG Welder position requires an individual to perform MIG welding on a wide range of components. This position is located at the Hitachi Global Air Power manufacturing facility in Michigan City, Indiana.

Requirements

• High School Education or equivalent.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and experience necessary to meet the requirements of the departmental assessment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• 1 year of welding experience required
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Understand technical blueprints.
• Exhibit customer-focused behavior through effective communication with internal customers, peers and leadership team.
• Computer skills required (i.e., spreadsheets, data entry, email).
• Ability to use precision measurement device to work within tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with cranes, sharp edges on machined parts, electrical components and moving parts by carts.
• Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Lifting over 35 lbs. requires a lifting device, crane, or assistance from another associate.
• Standing and walking minimum of 8 hours.
• Must be able to bend/stoop, squat/crouch, kneel and twist.
• Must understand and comply with Sullair Safety Standards.
• Participate in EHS quarterly audits, if required.
• Required to wear the proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for the work area.
• Required to attend scheduled toolbox and safety meetings.
• Must immediately report injuries or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Welding Certificate preferred.
• Welding trades schooling preferred.
• 5-10+ years of welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Selecting, measuring, cutting, and joining appropriate metals to specifications.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of welding techniques, material characteristics and structural fundamentals.
• Working with different sized bases and frames, structural steel and plate steel weldments.
• Interpreting specifications and blueprints accurately.
• Determining correct gas ratios and wire feed speed.
• Testing the strength of each joint during and after project completion.
• Driving a forklift, operating cranes and other machinery to transport materials.
• Ability to operate the Spot Weld and PEM machines
• Ability to operate the Robotic Weld machines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED