Welder

Wastequip•Lakeland, FL

22h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Lakeland, FL manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Pay Rate: $20.04

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
One to six months of related experience and/or training preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals
Ability to understands and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to read blue prints and measuring tape
Experienced in a fast paced production environment preferred
Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances

Nice To Haves

Experienced in a fast paced production environment preferred

Responsibilities

Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks
Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces
Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines
Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch.
Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal
Examines weld for bead size and other specifications
Scarfs or grooves welds and parts
Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter
Other duties as assigned
Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception

Benefits

2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
Prescription (Rx) Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Company Paid Base Life Insurance
Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
Paid Grandparent Leave
Paid Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
Health Care. Our health care benefits include medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees.
Short- and Long-Term Disability. Wastequip pays for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost to employees. This benefit is available to all regular, full-time employees.
401k Retirement Plan. Employees can contribute a percentage of their weekly gross wages, up to the annual IRS maximum, and Wastequip will provide a company match.
Paid Time Off (PTO). Wastequip offers a flexible approach to time off. Our policy allows employees to set their own priorities and receive regular pay for vacation, illness, family emergencies, personal time, inclement weather, personally observed holidays and more.
Holidays. Wastequip observes 10 paid company holidays during each calendar year.
Tuition Reimbursement. Wastequip understands the importance of personal and professional development and encourages employees to continue their professional education. To support employee career development, we have established a reimbursement program that covers expenses for approved coursework.