Welder - Swing Shift

ANDRITZ AG • Ruston, LA

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About The Position

ANDRITZ is hiring a Welder for its manufacturing team. The role is open to developing and experienced welders, with placement as a Welder I or Welder II based on experience and skill level. The welder fabricates metal components and equipment using blueprints and specifications while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM. The position requires 0–3 years of welding experience and offers a competitive hourly wage plus a swing-shift differential. Employees work on hands-on fabrication projects in a safety-focused manufacturing environment and have the opportunity to develop their welding skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–3 years of welding experience.
• Welding experience or hands-on welding education or training.
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and common shop tools.
• Ability to learn and follow blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MIG, Flux-Core, and/or Stick welding.
• Carbon steel and stainless-steel welding experience.
• Blueprint and print-reading experience.
• Manufacturing, fabrication, or steel-processing experience.
• Welding certificate, technical school, or trade-school training.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/GMAW, Flux-Core/FCAW, and Stick/SMAW welding.
• Weld carbon steel and stainless-steel components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and fabrication drawings.
• Set up and fit components and equipment for welding.
• Perform tack welding, stitch welding, and other required welding techniques.
• Use oxy/acetylene and plasma cutting equipment.
• Prepare materials by measuring, cutting, drilling, deburring, and fitting parts.
• Adjust amperage, current, and gas flow according to the material and welding process.
• Inspect completed work and follow established quality standards.
• Safely use common fabrication tools and equipment.
• Follow ANDRITZ safety requirements and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Swing-shift differential in addition to regular hourly wage
• Opportunity to develop welding skills

What This Job Offers

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