Skilled Welder (2nd Shift) - RedGuard

RedGuard • Wichita, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Welder I is responsible for the fabrication, weld, and final installation of steel components in the production of blast-resistant, modular buildings and other industrial buildings. In this role, you will be required to work with cranes, jigs, torches, plasma, hand tools and welding machines on a continual basis and to meet third-party inspection requirements under AWS compliance standards. As a Skilled Welder I, you are integral in supporting RedGuard’s goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

Requirements

• Prior experience with structural steel welding.
• Proficient in industry-standard welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications accurately.
• Solid basic math skills, including the ability to read a tape measure.
• Skilled in using common hand and power tools, including grinders, squares, come-alongs, torches, plasma cutters, and other job-specific tools.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must pass company-required 3G/4G welding certifications within three working weeks of employment, with no more than three attempts.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or technical certificate in welding.
• 2+ years in fitting/welding trades in structural steel construction.
• 2+ years of Short Arc and Spray Arc MIG experience.
• 2+ years of fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Welds components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Assists daily fit up and lay out duties.
• Fabricates pieces, ensuring conformance with product specifications and blueprints.
• Minimizes scrap and rework and works to continually improve quality level.
• Maintains schedule and budgets for the task at hand and overall project.
• Cross-trains and uses additional trade skills in multiple stages of the manufacturing process as assigned.
• Follows established safety and security rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area and environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differential for 2nd Shift Positions
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Teladoc® Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree