Welder II

IFH Group, Inc.•Rock Falls, IL

13d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The IFH Group, Inc. is hiring an experienced Welder II for its manufacturing operation in Rock Falls, Illinois. Reporting directly to a Fabrication Line Supervisor, the Welder II performs intermediate welding skills and fabrication techniques for tank construction while meeting standards for safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and accuracy. This is a full-time, 100% on-site position on the first shift, Monday through Thursday from 5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. The position is eligible for insurance benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire. The role requires MIG and TIG welding, fabrication, accurate measurement, interpretation of blueprints and other technical specifications, and inspection of welds. The Welder II also uses an overhead hoist and rigging, operates powered industrial trucks such as motorized pallet jacks, and records time to customer jobs in the ERP system. The work takes place on a manufacturing shop floor with fluctuating temperatures and noise averaging at or above 100 decibels. Required protective equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear with metatarsal guards, and welding-specific protective gear.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least two years of previous experience with machine/metal fabrication, MIG welding, and/or TIG welding.
Knowledge and ability to apply intermediate welding and fabrication techniques specific to tank construction, bead size, and other specifications.
Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools, welding and brazing equipment, torches, and shields.
Knowledge and ability to operate an overhead hoist with a crane and use rigging techniques to safely lift and maneuver tanks.
Ability to prioritize safety while operating powered industrial trucks, including motorized pallet jacks.
Ability to apply critical thinking, sound judgment, and logical reasoning.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, including customer specifications.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, diagrams, weld symbols, schematics, and material specifications.
Ability to take and use accurate measurements.
Professionalism and respectful communication with employees at all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
Basic skill and proficiency using an ERP/MRP system.
Willingness and ability to comply with company policies, processes, and procedures, including the code of conduct.
Fluency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
Ability to perform constant standing and repetitive hand and finger movements; reach overhead and at or below shoulder level; and move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work on a manufacturing shop floor with fluctuating temperatures and noise averaging at or above 100 decibels, while using required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or certificate from an accredited academic institution in welding.

Responsibilities

Perform intermediate welding skills and fabrication techniques specific to tank construction, bead size, and other specifications while meeting safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and accuracy standards.
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, diagrams, weld symbols, schematics, and material specifications to perform MIG and TIG weldments and/or fixtures.
Take and use accurate measurements to complete weldments according to specifications.
Examine welds for appropriate bead size and other specifications.
Record time accurately to customer jobs using the ERP system.
Operate an overhead hoist with a crane and use rigging techniques to safely lift and maneuver tanks.
Operate powered industrial trucks, including motorized pallet jacks.
Support the team in consistently delivering operational effectiveness.
Lead by example and prioritize safety and compliance, including timely completion of training and use of personal protective equipment.
Perform other relevant duties, tasks, assignments, and projects as requested or required by business needs.