Welder

Wabash • Fond du Lac, WI

13d

About The Position

Wabash Welders perform a variety of tasks that vary by location and help manufacture carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products and subassemblies. They are an important part of the manufacturing process and are expected to produce high-quality work while meeting production standards. Weld qualification tests are required, and some product lines also require certification tests. Applicants who do not pass the initial weld test may qualify by attending Wabash’s in-house Weld School and demonstrating that they can pass the test after training.

The role involves welding, reading engineering prints and specifications, performing basic preventive maintenance on welding equipment, and following safety procedures. Depending on the location and department, employees may work in tight spaces, at heights of 15–20 feet, and in different departments as assigned. Production-floor employees must wear required personal protective equipment.

The work environment may involve fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, high temperatures, and occasional exposure to outside elements at job sites. Employees regularly stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, and operate controls throughout the shift. Some employees work in small spaces and frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Pass weld tests associated with the product line before welding in production.
• Pass a respirator fit test.
• Have basic reading, writing, math, and verbal skills.
• Be capable of following and understanding engineering prints, specifications, and instructions.
• Have the physical ability to regularly stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate controls throughout the shift.
• Have full range of motion in the arms and hands and be able to communicate successfully with fellow employees.
• Be able to frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds where applicable.
• Have close vision acuity, the ability to adjust focus, and good hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Own and help improve performance in Safety, Quality, and Delivery.
• MIG and/or TIG weld carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel to meet quality standards.
• Read engineering prints and weld symbols and follow specifications.
• Perform basic operator preventive maintenance on welding-related equipment.
• Maneuver in tight and small spaces and work at heights of 15–20 feet.
• Perform additional work assigned by a supervisor or team leader, including assisting in different departments.
• Wear approved personal protective equipment, such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, and hearing protection.
• Complete assigned duties according to safety policies and practices, including protecting personal and coworker safety and using workplace equipment safely.

Benefits

• Wabash provides necessary training.
• Applicants who do not pass the initial weld test may attend Wabash’s in-house Weld School and retake the test after training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed