Welder - 1st Shift Production
About The Position
MAT Industries LLC is hiring production Welders at its Jackson, Tennessee manufacturing facility. The position starts at $22.60 per hour and includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus. First-shift schedules run Monday through Thursday, either 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The ten-hour shift includes three paid breaks and a 30-minute lunch. The work takes place in a fast-paced production environment and involves MIG welding attachments, brackets, and tubing ranging from 12 gauge to .179 inches. Most positions require passing an ASME certification test involving a vertical-down weld with full penetration, followed by bend testing. Welds must meet code and cosmetic quality standards without defects. MAT Industries manufactures air compressors, air brake tanks, air tools, and accessories for retail and private-label brands. The company describes work/life balance as part of its culture and offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, career advancement and training, wellness programs, HSA and FSA accounts, and life and AD&D coverage.
Requirements
- Relevant MIG welding experience within the last two years; machine welding experience does not qualify.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Ability to report to work each day for the scheduled shift.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to submit a resume; applicants without a resume may complete an application in person at the manufacturing facility.
Responsibilities
- Weld attachments, brackets, and tubing in a fast-paced production environment using MIG and other applicable welding processes.
- Assemble and MIG weld parts according to blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
- Read and interpret blueprints and welding process specifications.
- Follow safety regulations and encourage coworkers to do the same.
- Follow company policies and procedures and encourage coworkers to do the same.
- Conduct quality inspections of work and ensure welds meet code and cosmetic standards.
- Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.
- Perform repairs, modifications, and retrofits on production items.
- Provide data to assist with monitoring and tracking project status.
- Assist in training junior employees and inspecting their work.
- Ensure assigned tasks and projects are accurate and complete.
- Sign off on completed work orders and the quality of work.
- Maintain working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
- Participate in developing a LEAN manufacturing culture.
- Operate welding or non-welding equipment as assigned to meet customer demand.
- Perform other duties that may not require hand welding.
Benefits
- $1,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Career advancement program, training, and development.
- Wellness programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Voluntary life and AD&D coverage and employer-provided life and AD&D coverage.
- Three paid breaks during the ten-hour shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
