Welder

AGM Container Controls, Inc.•Tucson, AZ

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a skilled welder looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to the production of cutting-edge wheelchair lifts? We are looking for a motivated and experienced Welder to join our team! At AGM, we take pride in producing high-quality products, and we need talented individuals who are dedicated to their craft to help us maintain these standards. The Welder is responsible for reading assembly prints, weld maps and welding process documents to weld assemblies and sub-assemblies for the production of Ascension Wheelchair Lifts. AGM Container Controls, Inc., was founded in 1955 and is a growing family of brands delivering a wide range of products and solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, Manufacturing and Accessibility Markets. AGM was the first company to design breather valves for Hughes Aircraft missile containers! We are an active member of our local community. AGM supports the local Tucson community where we are headquartered and supports numerous charities and events throughout the year. In 2009, AGM was recognized with the national U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s “America’s Best Small Business of the Year” award.

Requirements

A high school diploma or G.E.D.
Some experience in welding, machining, or using hand and machine shop tools.
The ability to read and interpret assembly prints and understand material specifications.
A strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with large and small parts.
Basic math skills to perform tasks such as measuring, adding, subtracting, and using decimals or fractions.
The ability to communicate fluently in English (both written and verbal).
Willingness to become forklift certified per AGM's standards.
Successfully passing a drug and nicotine screening.
Successfully passing a comprehensive background check.
U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Willingness and ability to work at our facility during designated working hours.

Nice To Haves

Having taken some welding or machine shop courses.
Previous forklift certification and experience.

Responsibilities

Read assembly prints, weld maps, and welding process documents to assemble car frames, floors, gates, and other components to meet AGM's strict quality control standards.
Use expertise in GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) processes to create sub-assemblies and perform finishing tasks like grinding and component fitting under the direction of our Production Supervisor.
Use tools like saws, grinders, sanders, and fixtures to fabricate parts.
Ensure all parts meet quality control requirements, keeping up with production targets, and keeping accurate records.
Follow company safety protocols and maintaining a clean work area.
Report unsafe conditions promptly to maintain a safe environment.
Operate and maintain welding equipment safely.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
Life insurance for you, your spouse, and your child(ren).
Defined Benefit Pension Plan – a retirement plan you can grow with! 100% employer-funded, at no cost to you!
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become an AGM employee-owner and share in the benefits. 100% employer-funded, at no cost to you!
401(k) retirement savings plan to help you start saving today!
Arizona 529 Education Savings plan with percentage company matching!
Paid Time Off.
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year – go back to school on us!
Performance review after 90 days of employment with up to a 5% wage increase!
Wage increases based on performance and completion of higher education, given every six months.
Quarterly and annual profit-sharing bonuses!
Monthly work anniversary recognition, spirit days and more– and an annual company picnic.
Summer employment opportunities for family members who are students!