Welder III

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Sauk Rapids, MN

1d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder III is an expert welder that performs welding tasks autonomously, including the selection and use of appropriate techniques and equipment, and applies these technical skills with minimal supervision. Successful completion of internal welding test is mandatory. Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is an AWS (American Welding Society) Sustaining Company Member.

Requirements

Welding and fabrication experience
Demonstrated progressive experience including AWS, ASME, ISO and/or API welder qualifications
Demonstrate progressive experience working in multiple processes, positions and materials through current or previously held certifications in at least 3 of the following process: FCAW, GMAW, GTAW, SAW, PAW, SMAW
Expert knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and weld symbols
Expert knowledge of weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
Expert Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals
Ability to perform basic shop math functions
Ability to set up work and determine operation sequence
Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
Ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
Ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork
Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures

Nice To Haves

Prefer graduation from an accredited trade school for welding

Responsibilities

Familiar with and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment
Acts as a resident expert within the team on safety; typically, this role would not incur any safety violations or incidents
Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly
Visually inspects completed welds to determine acceptance to given specifications
Achieves a UT (ultrasonic testing) pass rate of 85% (calculated over a 6-month period from total number of structures welded)
Achieves less than 10% visual testing failures (calculated over a 6-month period from total number of structures welded)
No more than 0.5 inches per earned hour
Can weld any section with little to no visual defects
Reads, understands and executes Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS); assists less experienced welders with process interpretation
Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded
Joins, fabricates and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques
Regularly welds on material 3/16” or greater
Fits (tacks) any size and complexity
Interpret blueprints, specifications or diagrams to determine appropriate welding process
Certified to weld on any area of the pole or cylinder/ring as the business requires
Performs the welding and/or fabrication within the standard time; average productivity ≥ 75%
Works independently through established procedures associated with the job with limited supervision
Assists in the development and training of welding and fabrication employees on safe practices and advanced welding procedures and practices
Trains other less experienced welders frequently; either in formal welding school or on the job trainer
Identifies and initiates product/process improvements
Assists with documenting work processes
Dutifully upholds the Core Values of the Company
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles