Welder - Day Shift

Steffes•Dickinson, ND

About The Position

The Welder operates welding and hand tools to produce work that meets drawings, standard work, weld procedures, acceptance criteria, and customer requirements. The role may include basic robot operation, such as loading and unloading parts, starting and stopping the robot, performing daily equipment and operator TPMs, and notifying a lead or supervisor when welds are outside tolerance. External robot operation or programming certification may be obtained based on specific criteria. The position supports the company’s strategic, quality, safety, and EHS objectives. Welders are expected to follow training and procedures, report defects or safety concerns, communicate and collaborate professionally, and contribute to a positive work environment. The schedule is a day shift from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The position may require overtime, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Welding certification(s) and/or experience preferred, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
Basic computer knowledge, including Windows, email, and internet.
Communication skills.
Basic math skills.
Reading skills sufficient to understand basic instructional and technical information.
Spelling skills.
Ability to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and/or stairs; stoop, crouch, kneel, and bend.
Ability to handle, feel, and grip for some activities.
Visual acuity to inspect completed work.
Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely workflow decisions, communicate with visitors, and complete tasks under speed or productivity quotas.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Welding certification(s) and/or welding experience.
External robot operation or programming certification may be obtained based on specific criteria.

Responsibilities

Operate various types of welding tools and hand tools, including die grinders and angle grinders.
Read drawings, blueprints, and heat numbers when applicable.
Follow and understand standard work, training guides, weld procedures, and acceptance criteria to meet customer requirements.
Perform basic robot operation where applicable, including loading and unloading parts, starting and stopping the robot, and completing daily device and operator TPMs.
Notify a lead or supervisor if welds are outside tolerance.
Use basic problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Follow and understand build boards and Kanban system requirements.
Report inconsistencies or defects in material, product, or equipment.
Adjust fabricated parts as needed to allow proper alignment.
Maintain a collaborative, positive work atmosphere with customers, suppliers, coworkers, and management.
Help the company meet strategic, quality, safety, and EHS objectives.
Perform work in compliance with EHS training, procedures, and standard work, and promptly report EHS incidents or concerns to a supervisor.
Participate in job-specific training and complete work according to standard work, processes, and procedures; notify a supervisor if work cannot be completed as required.
Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures, and maintain professional communication and punctual attendance.
Work overtime when required and perform other duties as assigned.