Welder Night Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Lexington, TN

About The Position

Cornerstone Building Brands is seeking a motivated and experienced production welder for its Fortify Building Solutions business. The role performs the full scope of MIG welding processes on structural steel, including rigid frame columns, rafters, pipe, beam canopy rafters, small parts, clips, and special assemblies. Welded materials may include thin-gauge, painted, or galvanized material. The successful candidate has thorough knowledge of welding techniques and attention to detail in a fast-paced production environment. This is a full-time, permanent, direct-hire position on night shift, scheduled from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Overtime is anticipated. Base pay is $25, with a $1 night-shift differential. The position includes benefits and paid time off starting on day one, along with mentorship support for team-member growth and development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least one year of welding experience in a production environment or a valid welding certification.
Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
Ability to obtain and maintain CWB and AWS welding certifications in accordance with Cornerstone Building Brands welding procedures.
Comfort and familiarity with power hand tools.
Willingness to train, certify, and operate a forklift and overhead crane.
Ability to work effectively to meet deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
General mathematical knowledge and proficiency with basic measuring instruments.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Regularly required to talk or hear while performing job duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a forklift and/or overhead crane.

Responsibilities

Know and follow safety rules and precautions for working in and around a manufacturing environment.
Coordinate welder settings, gun speed and travel, and gas flow according to the observed condition of the weld bead.
Read a tape measure and blueprints to shop standards.
Determine when settings or gun manipulation need to be adjusted.
Determine the extent of repairs needed for pinholes and burn-through caused by the automatic welder.
Train and teach proper welding procedures in accordance with manufacturing job procedures.
Operate overhead cranes and other lifting equipment.
Maintain the specified bead shape, size, and penetration while ensuring product quality.
Keep numerical and alphabetical sequences correct.
Maintain continuous-improvement practices in the work area.