Welder II

Cadrex Chaska • Chaska, MN

11d • $25 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Cadrex is seeking a Welder II to use manual welding skills to manufacture weldments according to defined specifications, workmanship standards, and production schedules. The role prepares and sets up tools and equipment, arranges parts for welding and staging, performs documented quality checks, and maintains a clean and safe work area. The Welder II works independently, troubleshoots issues in the assigned work center, meets company quality and efficiency standards, and is cross-trained in multiple workstations. The position is onsite and follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Pass AWS certifications for MIG welding steel and aluminum.
• Possess a basic understanding of welding symbols, print tolerances, and quality measuring equipment.
• Meet or exceed company PPM standards by consistently producing quality work.
• Obtain and maintain weld certifications in two or more welding processes specific to the employee’s location.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret prints and work orders.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year in a metal manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up necessary tools and equipment for welding jobs.
• Arrange parts for welding and staging processes.
• Perform quality inspections and checks according to quality documentation and control plans, including documenting results.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Lead.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, following prescribed safety procedures.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence.
• Uphold site efficiency standards.
• Learn and demonstrate continuous improvement in Safety and Quality standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Lead and assist in other work areas as assigned.
• Understand welding symbols, print tolerances, and quality measuring equipment.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the assigned work center.
• Produce quality work at the company standard efficiency level for the assigned work center.
• Cross-train in multiple workstations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly remote work stipend for qualifying remote employees.
• 401(k) investment plan with employer match of up to 4%.
• Education support program.
• Safety eyeglasses and shoe reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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