Welder - 1st Shift

Steel Technologies•Farley, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a safety-sensitive position in a manufacturing setting. The Welder will be responsible for setting up and operating welding equipment, fabricating welding jigs, performing first-piece inspections, welding parts according to specifications, unloading and packaging parts, and maintaining accurate daily records. The role also involves adhering to EIMCo standards, quality manuals, safety policies, and 5S procedures. The Welder will work closely with supervisors, quality control, and maintenance to ensure smooth operations and product quality.

Requirements

General skills with hand and power tools
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving skills
The ability to multitask on a wide variety of projects
Mechanical skills background required.
Ability to routinely bend and squat
Ability to routinely climb stairs, ladders, and platforms
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to repetitively grasp
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Nice To Haves

One to two years of welding experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred, but not required.
Formal education or experience may be substituted with training when competency in the position is demonstrated.

Responsibilities

Check with department supervisor on machine assignment and job assignment.
Discuss with current welder from preceding shift about the machine’s performance and any possible difficulties encountered during the course of the shift.
Set-up welding equipment in accordance with specified set-up procedures and within acceptable set-up requirements.
Fabricate welding jigs when necessary.
Create inspection checklist for first-time jobs.
Conduct and document a first-piece inspection and obtain approval from Quality Control before proceeding.
Perform adjustments on machines and/or programs as needed, based upon results of first-piece inspections.
Weld parts, manually or robotically, according to specifications and within acceptable production requirements.
Unload and package parts according to EIMCo standards and customer requirements.
Complete accurate daily records (date, times, quantities of parts ran, and scrap) for every job worked on, on Shop Travelers and in the ERP system.
Follow instructions from all EIMCo documentation, including: Shop Traveler, Inspection Sheets, and blueprints.
Inform quality control, shift supervisor/ lead person of any problems or concerns with parts.
Accept responsibility for the quality of products/services provided and perform all required inspections in accordance with the EIMCo Quality Manual.
Perform required preventive maintenance on equipment, watch and listen for abnormal conditions, and report any concerns to maintenance and/or shift supervisor/lead immediately.
Maintain assigned work area in a clean and orderly manner and comply with all 5S procedures.
Conduct all tasks and behaviors in a safe manner and comply with all EIMCO Safety Policies, including the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, as outlined in the EIMCo Safety Manual.
Maintain all required documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
Paid Holidays starting day one!
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
Career Advancement Opportunities
Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services