Welder

KMW LTD • Lyons, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The KMW Difference: We combine innovative engineering, modern manufacturing technology, and expert craftsmen to have all the right ingredients for building great front-end loaders and backhoes. That’s why we have a 30-year track record of success and are continuing to grow at a rapid pace. We are seeking full-time Welders with all skill levels who take pride in their work with attention to quality and productivity. Be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional service and be your best.

Requirements

• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Must be able to read and comprehend both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, sketches, and diagrams to determine appropriate welding process.
• Required to furnish your own welding helmet and steel toe boots.
• Good attendance is a must and safety are a priority.
• Must be able to work overtime and have weekend availability.
• Follows directions given from Welding supervisor and leads.
• Works well as part of a team and has willingness to help others when directed.
• Possess troubleshooting skills in seeing weld flaws or imperfections in metal.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time in hot conditions.
• Ability to pass a welding test conducted pre-employment.
• Knowledge of commonly used practices and procedures in manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to meet, with or without reasonable accommodation, the physical requirements associated with the essential functions of this position.
• Must regularly be able to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds for force constantly.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• May be regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and other manufacturing materials.
• Must be able to perform work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Noise level is usually loud.
• Machinery and tool operation requires use of safety equipment to include, but not limited to steel toe boots, welding/cutting helmet, hearing protection, and safety gloves.
• Drug screen and Physical Capacity Profile test is required.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational diploma in welding or minimum of 2 years production welding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welds together metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, welding procedures and oral instructions using various types of welding equipment in accordance with company procedures and standard welding practices.
• Joins, fabricates, and makes repairs to metal by applying the appropriate welding techniques.
• Records number of pieces completed.
• Manufactures parts within given time frames to achieve daily goals to meet customer demands and specifications.
• Works in a safe manner and follows all safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability
• FSA & HSA accounts
• Automatic 6% enrollment in 401(k), with 4% 401(k) company match.
• 401(k) Loan program
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Personal protective equipment allowance provided by company upon meeting eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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