Welder Night Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Lexington, TN

14h

About The Position

Cornerstone Building Brands is hiring a production welder to perform MIG welding on structural steel, including rigid frame columns, rafters, pipe, beam canopy rafters, small parts, clips, and special assemblies. Materials may include thin-gauge, painted, or galvanized steel. The role requires welding quality and attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The welder coordinates welder settings, gun speed and travel, and gas flow according to bead condition; makes adjustments and repairs as needed; reads tape measures and blueprints to shop standards; and maintains specified bead shape, size, penetration, and product quality. The role also includes maintaining correct numerical and alphabetical sequences, following manufacturing procedures, supporting continuous improvement, and training others in proper welding procedures. The position requires operation of overhead cranes and other lifting equipment, or willingness to train and become certified to operate them. This is a permanent, full-time, direct-hire position. The posting describes a night shift from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., with a $25 base hourly rate and a $1 shift differential, and anticipates overtime. It also states that paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package are available starting on day one.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least one year of welding experience in a production environment or a valid welding certification.
Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certifications in accordance with company welding procedures.
Comfort and familiarity with power hand tools.
Willingness to train, certify, and operate a forklift and overhead crane.
Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines and collaboratively within a team.
General mathematical knowledge and proficiency with basic measuring instruments.
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a forklift and/or overhead crane.

Responsibilities

Perform MIG welding on a variety of structural steel components and assemblies, including thin-gauge, painted, or galvanized materials.
Coordinate welder settings, gun speed and travel, and gas flow based on the observed condition of the bead.
Read tape measures, blueprints, and drawings to shop standards.
Determine when welding adjustments or gun manipulation are needed.
Determine the extent of repairs needed for pinholes and burn-through caused by the auto welder.
Train and teach proper welding procedures in accordance with manufacturing job procedures.
Operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment.
Maintain specified bead shape, size, and penetration while preserving product quality.
Keep numerical and alphabetical sequences correct.
Maintain continuous improvement practices in the work area.
Follow safety rules and precautions for a manufacturing environment.