Welder

nVent • Oshkosh, WI

72d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Welder at our Oshkosh, Wisconsin location, you will be responsible for producing high-quality components that support our world-class electrical protection and connection solutions. We currently have openings on multiple shifts, including flexible first-shift schedules starting at 5:00 AM, 6:00 AM, or 7:00 AM, and a second shift beginning at 2:00 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience; welding certification preferred.
• Proven experience in welding, with the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience with fabrication and welding in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use a tape measure accurately.
• Proficiency using fabrication and welding tools including cutting torches, plasma cutters and grinders.
• Familiarity with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Team members must be able to safely perform a range of physical activities, including standing and walking for extended periods, with frequent use of hands for tasks requiring dexterity and grip.
• Roles may require frequent bending, kneeling, and maintaining balance, with occasional climbing or repositioning to support production needs.
• This position is classified as medium work, requiring the ability to lift, carry, or move materials up to 50 lbs occasionally, 30 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently.
• Employees must be able to effectively communicate, hear, and visually assess work to ensure quality, safety, and accuracy in a manufacturing environment.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing setting that may not be climate-controlled and can include exposure to varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• welding certification

Responsibilities

• Reference blueprints and collaborate with Lead person to determine job requirements, ensuring flawless execution.
• Gather necessary materials and meticulously perform layout per specifications.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings for efficient performance.
• Operate welding guns to weld steel, aluminum, copper, and other materials together, adhering to our strict quality standards.
• Examine welds visually to ensure adherence to quality standards; re-weld defective joints and remove surplus slag, flux, and spatter using appropriate tools.
• Operate cutting torches and manual plasma cutters as necessary.
• Apply weld stencils and notify Lead person or Inspector when the product is ready for inspection.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by performing ongoing housekeeping duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• tuition reimbursement
• caregiver
• personal and parental leave
• back-up care services
• paid time off including volunteer time
• a well-being program
• legal & identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

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