Welder I

ELEMET GROUP INC•Greenbush Township, MN

3d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Glenn Metalcraft is seeking a Welder I to join its team in Princeton, Minnesota. Under immediate supervision, this position joins and fabricates metal material using appropriate welding techniques, including MIG welding. The role involves producing metal components, following safety and quality procedures, meeting production targets, and maintaining equipment and an organized work area. The position is hourly, on the first shift, and reports to the Operations Manager. It has no direct reports.

Requirements

0–12 months of welding experience required.
Ability to safely perform work in varying work conditions.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Effective problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a sense of urgency.
Ability to read blueprints and use measurement devices such as calipers, micrometers, and fillet gauges.
Ability to become forklift certified.
Ability to follow hoist safety protocols.
Self-motivated and takes initiative.
Ability to lift 40 pounds consistently and stand for up to 10 hours.
Excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
Demonstrated ability to use power tools effectively.
Ability to consistently wear personal protective equipment.
Ability to work in a production facility with fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Working knowledge of welding and previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Produce metal components using MIG welding techniques.
Follow all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.
Understand and accurately report daily production quantities to meet required parts-per-hour targets.
Maintain consistent and accurate counts of materials and products.
Perform product quality checks and complete daily communications.
Set up the workstation according to safety standards to support efficient work.
Keep the work area clean and organized and maintain equipment according to established procedures.
Maintain a positive attitude with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Change out weld wire, feed rolls, the welding gun, and gas cylinders.
Complete the first-part approval process for basic jobs.
Assist with preventative maintenance as needed.
Tack weldments or components for robotic welding as needed.