Welder

Purpose of the Position:

This position is responsible for completing Qualification Weld Tests and in some cases, Certification Tests depending on the production line. Welders perform various tasks that can also vary depending on plant location. They have a key role in the manufacture of carbon/stainless steel and aluminum products and subassemblies using various tools and equipment.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Maintains logs and records of units received and shipped within the SAP software, including rejected/discarded materials.
• Utilize SAP Software for moving in-process materials & finished materials into and out of inventory.
• Perform- pre-operational equipment, preventative maintenance tasks, and process inspections.
• Perform quality and safety functions per the Quality and Safety Program schedules.
• Follow protocols & procedures outlined in the safety and operations manuals.
• Report maintenance and quality opportunities with shift coordinator &/or Production Supervisors.
• Interface with plant SAP system to assure inventory control, lot traceability and tracking.
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly work area.

Welder Specific Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Receive, inspect & document all types of materials, chemicals and items coming into the plant, in accordance & compliance with customer specifications and quality control.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects to ensure conformance to specifications, using prevision measuring instruments.
• Own and help improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Performance.
• Carbon Steel/Aluminum/Stainless Steel MIG and/or TIG Weld at a level that meets quality standards.
• Position and secure workpieces on machines and start feeding mechanisms.
• Turn valves and dials of machines to regulate pressure, temperate and speed and feed rates and to set cycle times.
• Read specifications, blueprints and work orders to determine setups, temperatures and timing settings required to weld.
• Basic operator preventative maintenance for welding related equipment.
• Maneuvering in tight and small spaces.
• Work at heights of 15-20ft as required.
• Wear approved PPE equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, welding helmets and gear, hearing protection, etc.
• Obtain and move specified patterns to workstations, manually or using hoists and secure patterns to machines using wrenches.
• Perform maintenance work such as cleaning and oiling machines.
• Maintain stocks of machine parts and machining tools at station.
• Support other in process areas as necessary.
• Inspect machinery per inspection schedule and clean/upkeep equipment as needed.
• Follow all workplace safety guidelines.

Welding Tools & Equipment

• Oxy/Acetylene Torch
• Mig Welder (GMAW-including Pulse Transfer)
• ITG Welder (GTAW)
• Possible limited Stick Welder (SMAW)
• Plasma Cutter/Gouging
• Grinder/Sander
• Respirator/ADF or PAPR Hood
• Engineering Prints
• Work Instructions
• Handheld Tools
• Tape Measure
• Hoist
• Crane

Other

• Execute the Wabash Mission, Vision and Values at all times.
• Promote a positive, proactive environment where input from team members is valued and encouraged.
• Provide back-up support for other roles as necessary.
• Available for overtime on a scheduled or call-in/call-back basis, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Self-motivated with ability to allow constructive feedback to grow in position.
• (6) months working experience as welder or education in the field of welding preferred or be willing to train and learn.
• Ability to follow proper quality and workplace safety procedures and requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for an extended period of time.
• An established track record of reliability.
• Mechanically inclined, drive yourself to continually grow and develop your role.
• Ability to adapt and accommodated to change.
• Detail oriented.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates within a manufacturing plant environment. Safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties for this job inside the plant, the employee is frequently exposed to normal working conditions for a manufacturing plant with a noise level that is moderate to loud noise. The role routinely using machinery equipment, forklifts, computers as well as laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for extended periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to reach or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 or more pounds. All vision abilities are required to encompass close-up work. On occasion, employees must be able to tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to machinery and moving parts, airborne particles including grain dust and hazardous materials or fumes, which may require the use of PPE. The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions, extreme temperature changes in the plant from normal temperatures to above normal temperatures, extended seasonal hours, high precarious places and confined spaces. The noise level in some of the work environments may require the use of hearing protection.

About the Company:

Wabash aims to be the innovation leader of connected solutions in the transportation, logistics and distribution industries. Our dynamic business is known for innovation, and our commitment is to better serve our customers and improve our industries. Leaders from industries and companies worldwide look to use for innovative solutions to enable their success in moving everything from the first to final mile. At Wabash, we stand for quality and performance and lead with innovations that change how the world reaches you. From the nation's leading semi-trailers and liquid transportation systems to advancements in a variety of high-tech composite materials, Wabash products reflect our drive to deliver breakthrough ideas and solutions that enable customer success.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully pass a background check and drug screen. Wabash reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant. Wabash is an at-will employer, which means that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, a with or without cause. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description:

Here at Wabash, we require Qualification Weld Tests and, in some cases, Certification Tests depending on the product line. Applicants that do not pass the initial Weld Test can be qualified by attending our own in-house Weld School, demonstrating that they can pass the Weld Test after training. Welders perform various tasks here that can also vary depending on location. Welders have a key role in the manufacture of carbon/ stainless steel and aluminum products and subassemblies. Welders are a crucial position in the manufacturing process and are therefore expected to produce high-quality work while keeping to production standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Welders can be responsible for a multitude of things, below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for.

• Own and help improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Performance
• Carbon Steel /Aluminum / Stainless Steel MIG and/or TIG weld at a level that meets quality standards.
• Read engineering prints, weld symbols and follow specifications
• Basic operator preventative maintenance for welding related equipment
• Maneuvering in tight and small spaces
• Work at heights of 15-20 ft.
• Performs additional work as assigned by the Supervisor or Coordinator. This may require the employee to flex into another department
• Wear approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc.
• Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices. This includes regard to individual safety, the safety of co-workers and the safe use of equipment in the workplace

Tools & Equipment:

Below is a list of examples of the potential tools and equipment you may find yourself working with depending upon your department and location. Wabash provides all the necessary training for you to feel comfortable and confident to excel at your new career with us.

• Oxy / Acetylene Torch
• MIG Welder (GMAW – including Pulse Transfer)
• TIG Welder (GTAW)
• Possible limited Stick Welder (SMAW)
• Plasma Cutter / Gouging
• Grinder / Sander
• Respirator/ ADF or PAPR Hood

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must pass Weld Tests associated with product line, prior to welding in production
• Basic reading/ writing/ math & verbal skill
• Capable of following and understanding engineering prints/ specifications & instructions

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience:

Experience and education in the field of welding is preferred. However, it is not required. Here at Wabash, we provide you the training necessary for you to become comfortable using the equipment for this position. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you'll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor and your new career at Wabash.

Benefits:

• Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Working Conditions/Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as the noise level in the work environment can be very loud with high temperatures, and potentially even exposed to outside elements at times.

All employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about. Wabash is committed to proving equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex.

Physical Demands:

As an employee in this position, you are regularly required to stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate controls for the length of their entire shift. The employee needs full range of motion in their arms and hands in this position. All personnel must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. In this position some employees also work in small spaces throughout their shift and frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision acuity, the ability to adjust focus and good hand-eye coordination.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks and pursues completion of objectives
• Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better
• Copes successfully with unexpected events
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time