Welder - 3rd Shift

Cummins•Forest City, NC

4d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Welder for its manufacturing facility in Forest City, North Carolina. The role performs skilled activities that support manufacturing needs, selecting and using appropriate tools, machinery, and specialty equipment with limited guidance. The employee learns and follows safe practices for working with electricity and other energy sources used in industrial equipment. The position emphasizes workplace safety, compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, quality workmanship and inspections, equipment maintenance, continuous improvement, effective communication, and teamwork. Welding work includes interpreting blueprints and technical documents, preparing components, selecting equipment and methods, welding in various positions, repairing machinery and components, inspecting welds, and maintaining equipment in a safe condition. The stated base rate is $22.00–$25.47 per hour, with a $1.00 shift premium.

Requirements

High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations.
Some work experience or intermediate-level knowledge obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
Proven experience as a welder.
Experience with a variety of welding equipment and procedures, such as TIG and MMA.
Experience using electrical or manual tools, such as saws, squares, and calipers.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
Knowledge of relevant safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing, such as a face shield and gloves.
Attention to detail and manual deftness.
Able to lift 50 pounds.
Willingness to collaborate, communicate clearly, focus on customers, make quality decisions, drive results, learn, champion health and safety, and value differences.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification, such as an AWS welding certificate.

Responsibilities

Stop work and report major injury hazards; report work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, and hazards promptly.
Follow HSE standards, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and look out for colleagues to promote workplace safety.
Recognize and minimize the environmental impact of work.
Apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship and perform quality inspections.
Support equipment uptime and perform preventive, emergency, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.
Work with peers to identify and reduce manufacturing constraints, solve problems, and participate in continuous improvement activities.
Communicate effectively with the team and participate in training and development.
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layouts and procedures.
Select appropriate welding equipment or methods and set up components according to specifications.
Operate angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.
Weld components with manual or semi-automatic equipment in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions.
Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures for flaws.
Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
Collaborate with others, communicate clearly with different audiences, focus on customer needs, make timely and informed decisions, and work toward goals.
Identify hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls and incorporate safe practices into daily work.
Implement changes in processes, equipment, and applications to meet functional needs and contribute to continuous improvement.
Use feedback and self-reflection to identify strengths and areas for improvement, learn through experimentation, and value diverse perspectives and cultures.