Welder

Darling Ingredients • Marengo, IA

5d

About The Position

The Welder performs assigned weld fabrication work for the Production Supervisor and/or General Manager using qualified processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding. The role involves preparing parts according to engineering drawings or sketches, following established fabrication procedures, and producing work that meets management’s quality standards. The Welder must be able to learn and interpret drawings with guidance, use measuring and inspection instruments, and understand basic metal types and the filler materials used to weld them. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of prior welding work experience.
• Ability to perform weld fabrication using qualified MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes.
• Ability to produce acceptable-quality welds, including pressure-tight welds.
• Ability to follow weld procedures and use measuring and inspection instruments.
• Basic understanding of metal types and the corresponding filler materials used for welding.
• Ability to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle minor equipment or situational problems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for welding according to engineering drawings or sketches, including cutting and grinding as needed.
• Follow established weld fabrication procedures.
• Perform work assigned by management.
• Maintain a high standard of quality and produce acceptable welds, including appropriate bead appearance and pressure-tight welds.
• Learn and interpret engineering drawings with direction from the Production Supervisor and/or General Manager.
• Follow established weld procedures and use measuring instruments for layout work.
• Use instrumentation to inspect completed work.
• Apply a basic understanding of metal types and corresponding welding filler materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED