Welder - 2nd Shift Production

MAT Holdings, Inc•Jackson, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a second Shift MIG Welder for production at our Jackson, TN, location. The position starts at $22.60/hour plus an additional $2.50 shift differential for hours worked (excludes PTO, holidays, etc.). 2nd Shift's hours are MONDAY - THURSDAY, 3:30 pm to 2:00 am, with opportunities for overtime. Secure your spot with us and earn a $1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus as our way of saying 'Welcome to the MAT team'! MAT Industries LLC., a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., is a leading manufacturer of air compressors and air brake tanks in the Jackson community at 213 Industrial Dr., Jackson, TN 38301. World-class domestic manufacturing facilities allow MAT Industries to offer high-quality air compressors, air tools, and accessories to retailers under brands such as Powermate®, Industrial Air®, Industrial Air Contractor®, and Sanborn®, as well as private labels. Our air compressors are sold through retailers including major home centers, hardware co-ops, independents, and farm and fleet stores around the US. Come be a part of a company where work/life balance is part of our everyday culture! MAT has an opening for 2nd SHIFT, which runs MONDAY-THURSDAY, 3:30 pm to 2:00 am. Should overtime be available, it will be scheduled on Fridays usually in 8-hour shifts. We look forward to seeing you at MAT Industries!

Requirements

Competent welders and pass a weld test.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Relevant experience in MIG welding and must pass on-site MIG weld test.
Be able to work as scheduled

Nice To Haves

This is not a machine-welding position.

Responsibilities

Welding in a fast paced assembly style environment.
MIG welding multiple attachments -12 gauge to .179" brackets and tubing.
Most welding positions require passing ASME Certification requiring 6" vertical down weld with full penetration on .094 material with a gap of .052". Welded plate root and cover bent to verify no defects in weld. Welds cannot have any defects such as porosity, undercut, concave, etc. Welds must be to code and cosmetically acceptable.
Follow all safety regulations and encourage co-workers to follow safety regulations.
Follow all company policies and procedures and encourage co-workers to follow company policies and procedures.
Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
Gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding.
Assemble and MIG weld parts in accordance with blueprints, drawings and verbal instruction.
Conduct quality inspections of work.
Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.
Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits on production items.
Provide data to assist in monitoring and tracking project status.
Assist in training of junior employees, inspecting their work.
Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.
Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques.
Actively participate in the development of a LEAN manufacturing culture.
May perform various duties that do not always require hand welding. Welders could be assigned to operate various pieces of welding and non-welding equipment to meet customer demand.