Welder-Basic 1st Shift

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder-Basic performs welding tasks to assemble, fabricate, and repair metal structures and parts. The role uses manual and semi-automatic welding equipment, including robotic equipment, to fuse metal segments. It requires careful adherence to safety protocols, precision, and collaboration to produce high-quality welded products that meet required standards and specifications. The position also involves inspecting welds, maintaining equipment, recording production information, and contributing to continuous improvement and production goals.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One to two years of demonstrated welding experience in a manufacturing, automotive, or related environment, or completion of a recognized welding apprenticeship program.
Proficient understanding of welding techniques, metallurgy, and welding symbols.
Knowledge of safety standards related to welding and metalworking.
Familiarity with the properties and characteristics of metals used in welding.
Understanding of welding equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
Ability to perform MIG welding.
Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
Attention to detail to ensure precision in welding tasks.
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and tools.
Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve welding-related issues.
Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and supervisors.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Execute welding operations to join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable materials.
Set up and operate manual and semi-automatic (robotic) welding equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and job orders to determine appropriate welding processes.
Ensure completed welding meets required standards and specifications.
Inspect welded surfaces and structures for defects and conformity; deburr pieces when necessary to prepare appropriate welding surfaces.
Maintain welding equipment in good working condition.
Collaborate with team members and other departments to achieve production goals.
Record and report production data accurately and on time.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance welding processes.
Meet department targets and adhere to quality and safety standards.
Understand and comply with applicable company policies and rules.
Work with departmental mentors to receive and apply feedback to improve work quality.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.
Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Group life insurance and optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Wellbeing resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
Family-forming benefits, including adoption and fertility support.
Vacation time and sick time.
Paid holidays and company shutdown days.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Other leaves, paid parental time, and military leave.
401(k) retirement savings plan with traditional and Roth options.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component, with eligible participants able to receive annual company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings, including core, matching, and variable periodic contributions.