Welder

Van-Am Tool & Engineering • St Joseph, MO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is hiring a Welder for its onsite manufacturing operation in Saint Joseph, Missouri. The role involves welding components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions, with opportunities for hand and robotic welding. The position requires precision and attention to quality, along with adherence to safety protocols. Welders read and interpret blueprints and schematics, use a variety of welding methods, maintain equipment, inspect completed welds, and keep their work area clean and organized.

The posting describes day and weekend schedules. Day shift is 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, for four days per week. Weekend shift is 5:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday, for three days per week, with an 11% differential. Pay ranges from $18 to $27 per hour, based on skill level and experience. Weekend shift differentials are paid. Employment is described as full-time in the opening, although the closing call to action refers to the job as part-time.

Van-Am Tool & Engineering, established in 1981, provides tooling, stamping, machining, fabrication, laser cutting, press braking, robotic welding, powder coating, wet painting, and design-and-build services. Candidates who receive a conditional offer must complete a pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Experienced welder; no minimum number of years is specified.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Familiarity with MIG, TIG, and arc welding techniques.
• Ability to operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform maintenance on welding equipment and tools.
• Attention to detail when inspecting welds for accuracy and quality.
• Solid work history.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Use welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
• Perform maintenance on welding equipment and tools.
• Inspect welds for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 11% differential for weekend shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed