POSITION SUMMARY The Welder has primary responsibilities of performing welding (TIG & MIG) duties both effectively and efficiently. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Efficiently and effectively perform welding (TIG, MIG), soldering, forming, sawing, shearing, polishing, roll form or break press activities per each job order. • Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions. • Use welding and fabrication principles and techniques. • Program and operate a robotic welder. • Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions to specifically determine weld requirements. • Use precision measuring equipment for quality assurance of parts. • Prep welding jigs and make fixture jigs. • Complete accurate documentation as required. • Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards • Leverage the core values and culture to drive accountability and engagement • Represent high level of ethical, intellectual, professional, and personal values that complement the team • Promote cooperation within the team and between teams • Additional responsibilities and projects as may be assigned relevant to the position POSITION QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES • High School Diploma or equivalent, required EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES • Two or more years of related experience required. • MIG & TIG weld experience required. • Robotic welder experience preferred. • Strong fabrication skills. • Experience working in distribution and manufacturing preferred. • Effective communication skills in both verbal and written form. • Exhibit good work habits and willingness to work extended hours to complete a job when required to meet deadlines • Demonstrate adaptability to a challenging and developing environment, and willingness to take on new responsibilities as the business evolves. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Working extended and flexible hours may be requested occasionally. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic responsibilities have been included. It is intended to provide a guideline for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by the manager or supervisor as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a written or implied contract for employment, and employment with the Company is at will. The Company reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. I certify that I have received a copy of this job description. I have read, understand and acknowledge the requirements set forth in the Position Summary, Essential Functions, Position Qualifications, and Physical Demands and Work Environment. I further agree that I am able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
See More Details >>Job Full DescriptionMIG WelderAlbert Lea, MN Monday-Thursday- 10 hour shifts Start time is between 6am-8am $18-$19+ per hour depending on experienceQualifications for Welder: MIG Welding experience required Ability to read simple blueprints Can work independently and in a team Self motivated Able to read a tape measure and use hand tools Be able to communicate effectively with co-workers Responsibilities for Welder: Welding Help around the warehouse as needed in other areas Ability to stand, bend, swoop and walk entire shift Heavy lifting Benefits of working with Express: Weekly pay and immediate benefits! Personalized job search! No fees for you, ever! Quick hiring process! Evaluation to Hire process! Albert Lea, MN 2085 1410 West Main Street Albert Lea, MN 56007
See More Details >>Position Description: A variety of welding processes utilizing mig, tig, robotic, and gas applications. Welds commonly used metals and alloys of various shapes, sizes, thicknesses, etc. Selects welding electrodes for specific welds to ensure penetration and fusion of base and filler metals. Welds metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to blueprints, layouts, or work orders. Welds in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions. Working knowledge of welding materials and equipment. Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. Essential Functions: • Mark-up incorrect drawings and bills of material, submit to engineering and plan for change. • Communicate with engineers and designers on problems regarding production tools. Fabricate components from blueprints and verbal instructions. • Fabricate components from blueprints and verbal instructions. • Perform assignments in accordance with written quality procedures. • Uses cutting torches, grinders, etc. and similar metal working equipment to complete welding projects. • Ensure compliance with safety rules and procedures. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications: • The welder is required to be on their feet for up to twelve hours using their hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear around machinery. They will also be required to frequently walk, stoop, kneel or crouch. • The welder must be capable of lifting and moving up to 15 pounds; frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus on optical devices. • Individuals will work near moving mechanical parts of machinery and electrically activated devices. • Individuals are occasionally exposed to airborne particles. • Perform math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division • Knowledge of decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversions • Participate in continuous improvement activities that result in reducing variation and waste in the manufacturing process. Using a specified training format, work closely in training new welders • Lift and position parts into fixtures. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers and talk and hear. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and 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. Americans with Disabilities Act: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that the Authority make reasonable accommodations to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all essential functions. PI9f6751b3eed1-31181-37746590
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing for industry certifications. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a steady demand for new professionals. In Albert Lea, MN, welders can earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Vocational schools, community colleges, and welding associations offer training programs, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities across industries such as manufacturing, construction, and energy.
