Becoming a welder in Fort Payne, AL, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, offering a blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. According to the American Welding Society, the welding industry is poised for significant growth, with an estimated 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029. In Fort Payne, AL, welders can expect to earn an average wage of $39,696 annually, with experienced professionals potentially earning even more. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through trade schools and welding organizations, providing pathways to a stable and lucrative career in welding.
Job Summary As a Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating and assembling metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools. Duties - Read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and specifications - Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments - Perform various types of welding processes such as FCAW, stick welding, and plasma cutting - Inspect and test welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws - Build and fabricate metal components based on schematics - Utilize power tools to grind, cut, buff, and smooth out metal surfaces Skills - Proficiency in sheet metal fabrication techniques - Ability to use micrometers for precise measurements - Experience in machining operations - Competency in operating various power tools - Knowledge of different welding techniques including FCAW and stick welding - Capability to build and fabricate structures based on schematics - Proficient in plasma cutting techniques Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • Evening shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • MIG welding: 1 year (Required) Location: • Fort Payne, AL 35967 (Required) Shift availability: • Night Shift (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES • Read and interpret blue prints with minimal supervision; including weld symbols. • Produce welds on various thicknesses of material. • Set up welding machine and place welds in a manner that produces the least amount of spatter. • Produce welds that are satisfactory in visual appearance and strength with no defects. • Minimize Quality defects and avoid duplication of errors and defects. • Utilize MIG process to weld. • Perform other duties as assigned. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS • Compliance with department policies and procedures. • Job functions are conducted in accordance with established principles, standards, and legal requirements. • Positive business relations exist with customers (internal and external) and vendors. • Good coordination and effective working relations with other departments. • Clear, concise, effective communication with all parties. • Effective handling and resolution of customer related issues. • Provide assistance as needed. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: High School Diploma or G.E.D. minimum. Associate or Technical degree preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 3 years of experience as a welder is preferred. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.75 - $22.50 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Evening shift Experience: • Welding: 3 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Company: Southern Fulfillment Center Job Location: Fort Payne, AL Work Setting: In-Person Shift: 2nd Shift begins at 3:30pm (8 & 10 hour shifts available) Summary Mig Welders should be able to interpret blueprints and plan welding requirements accordingly. You should be able to measure, cut, and join metal components as per the specifications of the blueprints. You need to clean the work area before and after work completion. Welder will need to always adhere to the safety guidelines. As a MIG Welder, you should ensure that the final outcome matches the quality and industry standards. Also, you should have good physical and mental stamina. In addition to this, you should be detail-oriented and have good problem-solving abilities. Your ability to meet deadlines and work in extreme weather conditions will be advantageous. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Promotes the Company’s mission and values-based culture through welding a quality part to be painted and/or shipped to customer. • Manage the daily workflow of the MIG welder and production of customer orders. • Safety: Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations by all employees. • Quality: interpret blueprints and make part within the tolerance. • All welds need to be watertight and pass our quality inspection. • Productivity: Produce parts by the order on LMS; Maintain utilization specified by supervisor. • Coordinate with Material Handler for the next fixture and material(s) needed. • Report any discrepancy to QA and Supervisor. • View blueprints and claim daily production into LMS. • Dexterity: Employee would work with their hands, and need to be able to lift or hold heavy items. • Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor, or Lead. Competencies • Analytical Decision-Making • Communication • Learning & Development • Planning & Organizing • Professionalism & Integrity • Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking • Teamwork & Relationship-Building • Results Orientation Education and/or Experience • Prefer a minimum of one year manufacturing experience MIG welding. Language Skills • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Reasoning Ability • Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Computer Skills • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills to pull up and view blueprints and view and claim shop orders. Other Skills • Ability to read tape measure. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints. • Ability to set up and operate MIG welder. • Must be able to pass Quality Assurance’s internal test requirements for light wall, heavy wall and standard wall galvanized steel coded material. 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 will frequently walk. • The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, except in the manufacturing environment where PPE may be required. PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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