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Open position: Welders

Job Summary:

Welders are responsible for fabricating assemblies within defined standards and processes through general MIG welding or robotic welding to directly support production.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reads Plex control panel, blueprints, production documents and/or other information to determine weld specifications and requirements.
• Prepares metal surfaces for welding by grinding or cutting steel parts or by using chemicals, etches and grinders.
• Performs welding of various metals using MIG and Pulse.  
• Operates cutting torch and/or grinder; adapts the fit of parts for a weld.

• Troubleshoots and inspects work for defects and compliance with specifications; touch up with grinder as required.
• Operates robotic welders as assigned; may be required to adjust programs according to standard procedures.
• Operates forklift in moving large items, pallets, or bins.
• Monitors and inspects equipment and performs or requests maintenance as indicated.
• Performs material handling duties as assigned or directed.

• Prepares, cleans, and maintains a safe workstation/environment by complying with procedures, rules/regulations, and safety guidelines.

• Adheres to and supports 5S 1.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• For safety, performance and productivity, must be able to read, write and speak English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to read blueprints with welding symbols and use measuring instruments; read, interpret, and follow instructions, work orders, and engineered drawings.
• Knowledge of welding machines, able to adjust voltage and amperage settings as necessary.
• Ability to effectively operate welders, robotic welders, grinders, sanders, die grinder, and other related tools and equipment.
• Basic understanding of production and/or manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills, math and measurement aptitude, and ability to solve problems.
• At least 2 years of welding work experience (both MIG and Pulse) is preferred (working in a manufacturing / production work environment or working in a welding shop).
• Certified Welder qualification is preferred.
• Ability to qualify for and retain fork lift licensure.
• Ability and availability to work any shift and required overtime, which may include longer shifts and/or additional shifts in the workweek.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Physically active position requiring medium to heavy work with consistent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Requires pushing and pulling up to 75 lbs.; requires exerting force.
• Requires being able to stand and walk for long periods of time; 98% of the shift, including overtime, requires standing and/or walking.
• To perform the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, squat, reach to, below or above shoulder level/overhead, lift, carry, push, pull and use hands and/or fingers to handle, grasp, manipulate, grip and use tools.
• Essential duties and responsibilities are typically performed while standing or while intermittently sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching or stooping; requires reaching, pushing, pulling, and gripping/grasping.
• Visual acuity and hand/eye coordination; requires the ability to see and hear.
• Regular exposure to noise and vibration from pneumatic tools, moving machines, fumes, and occasionally airborne dust and particles.
• Regular exposure to seasonal temperature changes in the work environment.
• Requires steel/composite safety footwear that meets ANSI standards and safety eye protection at all times.
• Hearing protection required in specified areas.
• Requires welding helmet, gloves, sleeves and grinding shield while welding or grinding.

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to hr@yetterco.com or apply online.

If applying my mail, send application materials to:
Yetter Manufacturing   
Attn: Human Resources
PO BOX 358
Colchester, IL 62326