Welding Assistant

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Farmington, MN

117d • $23 - $26

About The Position

The Welding Assistant position is an individual contributor in the Aluminum Welding Department. This person must be a highly driven individual that will assist in welding metal and/or aluminum components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety of arc welding equipment.

Requirements

• The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software.
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds.
• Read blue prints.
• Ability to use tape measure.
• Ability to be Valmont trained and certified in operation of forklift.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• CWB and AWS Qualified Welder.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in a professional welding position.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist in welding metal and/or aluminum components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety of arc welding equipment.
• Use the plasma machine to burn holes in poles and/or components.
• Determine the needed component parts for welders.
• Prepare components for welding by fitting together in 'ready to weld' condition.
• Work from shop copies, drawings, and other written instructions within tolerances.
• Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment.
• Maintain and operate production tooling and fixtures as well as all welding equipment in a safe and secure manner.
• Read and complete labor reporting system, standard shop forms, and blueprints.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees