Welder (Day Shift)

FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC•Redwood Falls, MN

8d•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more! Artex Manufacturing is a metal fabricating and aluminum trailer manufacturing facility dedicated to building quality products. We conduct our business with cooperative values and strive to maintain a friendly, fair, and creative work environment, which respects ideas, hard work, and the dignity and worth of the individual. Learn more about us at artexmfg.com/ Artex is looking to grow its Welding Team in Redwood Falls, MN! We offer a guaranteed starting wage of $26.00/Hr. along with regular increases and a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and much more! Schedule Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm Friday overtime optional Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Product Assembly & Inspection

Requirements

Three to six months’ related experience in steel and/or aluminum welding
Ability to accurately read and interpret documents (ex: blueprints, instructions, etc.)
Accurately read a tape measure to a 1/16” with ability to complete basic math equations
Strong attention to detail and desire to produce high quality components
Ability to safely operate an overhead crane to move materials
Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes
Consistently push and/or pull 50 pounds
Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees
Consistently reach and/or twist
Consistently perform hand and/or wrist movements
Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist level
Stand up to 100% of the workday
Ability to tolerate varying noise levels and environmental conditions including wet slippery conditions or extreme hot/cold; perform minimal duties outside, year-round

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
Experience operating a forklift, preferred; ability to pass in-house certifications, upon hire

Responsibilities

Read and follow manufacturing and assembly drawings, prints, and instructions
Consistently produce clean, high-quality welds on steel and/or aluminum materials that will pass quality inspection
Produce steel and/or aluminum assemblies to specifications, ensuring that they are square
Safely operate welding and cutting equipment, lathes, sheers, presses, and other metal working machinery
Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and hydraulic lifting equipment
Troubleshoot and maintain equipment and tools
Follow all safety procedures and maintain housekeeping of facility
Accurately and legibly complete all paperwork in a timely manner and maintain records, as required
Work safely, following all company safety policies, practices, procedures and improvement initiatives
Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.