Becoming a welder in Grand Rapids, MN, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions needing annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. Welders in Grand Rapids earn an average of $1,875 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $56,000 annually. Technical schools, community colleges, and welding associations offer training programs, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Description: Area Manager – Welding & Fabrication Yanmar Compact Equipment North America Inc. (CENA) designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network. OVERVIEW: The Area Manager for the Welding & Fabrication Department must continually drive to achieve departmental excellence, manage direct reports, make sound operational decisions, manage several tasks at one, and proactively manage departmental metrics. The Area Manager will ensure the production team meets their safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while maintaining high morale and motivation in their production area. This position is also responsible for training, conducting performance appraisals and providing ongoing coaching and feedback to supervised team members. The Area Manager is responsible for budget identification and cost analysis/monitoring as well as all equipment and maintenance, evaluating future needs and cost justifications for additional equipment requirements and/or replacement. RESPONSIBILTIES: • Leads and sustains a dedicated, capable, and engaged team through development and strict adherence to our core values: Safety, Quality, Teamwork, Integrity, and Customer Satisfaction. • Ensures operational excellence in all welding and fabrication areas, related equipment, and warehouse management systems and processes. • Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes, machine and plant capability, and human resources requirements to achieve positive results in all areas. • Develops measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality. Implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment and tools that improve workflow, efficiency, and team member safety. • Coordinates production requirements with material handling and other functions. • Interprets specifications and orders, such as engineering change notices, to team members, makes and participates in assignments, and conducts inspections of work. • Responsible for the training, scheduling and assignment of team members; Provides guidance and follow up on work results. • Assumes an active role in continuous improvement and other Company initiatives. • Responsible for the physical condition of the area and equipment. • Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by implementing, maintaining, and aligning company policies with health and safety regulations. • Develops strategies and support the Organizations’ goal to work within approved budgets and achieve financial goals; develop and implement cost saving measures, innovatively aligns work with Strategic Goals and effectively manages the budget and P&L of the operation. • Initiates communications on employee relations matters such as promotions, transfers, attendance, discipline, work conditions, and personal assistance. Resolves Team Member grievances and problems, facilitating solutions. • Tracks absenteeism and keeps accurate time records. • Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, preferred. • 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. • 3+ years supervisory experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: • Proven ability to construct and manage manufacturing process in accordance with accepted standard work elements, quality standards and Systems, JIT practices, and lean manufacturing principles. • Ability to coordinate and prioritize technical, administrative and production resources to solve root cause issues. • Demonstrated ability to plan and manage annual and monthly budgets. • General knowledge of OSHA safety standards and implementation of ergonomic principles. • Analytical, problem solving, project management, facilitation, and decision-making skills are essential. • Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate others, resolve conflict, encourage teamwork, and manage employee performance. • Knowledge of business operating systems (Vantage ERP preferred). • Proficient in MS Windows (Outlook, Excel, and Word required). • Excellent verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills. • Leadership and communication skills to effectively lead, mentor, and facilitate. • Self-starter; able to work with or lead cross-functional teams. • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities at the same time. • Must be able to work under minimal direct supervision and be willing to take the initiative to resolve problems and to help revise and upgrade processes. • Ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization. • Must be able to travel on an occasional basis. Valid driver’s license required. The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities. Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Area Manager Welding & Fabrication Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Exempt Department: Welding Work Schedule: M-TH Starting Wage: $85K-100K This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 10% of base salary. Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%. The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principal activities.
See More Details >>Now Hiring Welders on 1st & 2nd Shift Weekly pay up to $25-35/hrMust relocate Near Northfield, MN12 Hours OT per weekJob DescriptionWe are seeking skilled welders to join our team . You will be responsible for MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel to produce systems for various industries, including power generation, oil & gas, marine, locomotive, construction, and off-road markets. ResponsibilitiesPerform MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel.Tack weld and assemble Products.Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.Assist with fabrication tasks like operating a brake press, shear, and roller.Perform a variety of tasks throughout the shop to facilitate learning and growth.Qualifications:Blueprint experienceWeld symbol knowledge1-2+ years of Welding**Join a new company with abundant opportunities for growth. Employees receive a 3.5% 401k match when they contribute 6%, once hired directly.**Work EnvironmentWork in a new, well-organized facility with a layout that supports efficiency!Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $36.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2025.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Gas Pipeline Welder Job Highlights Title Gas Pipeline Welder Type Full Time Experience 1+ Years Function Management/Manufacturing Location Grand Rapids, MN, United States Company NPL Construction Company Profile NPL Construction (Centuri Group company) is a nationally recognized leader in energy infrastructure construction. NPL offers turn-key services for natural gas, electric, renewable energy, traffic control, wet utilities, milling/paving, concrete, and work site restoration. Job Profile The company is recruiting a Gas Pipeline Welder who will fabricate and assemble steel natural gas pipelines for residential and commercial customers ensuring the safety of peers and the community. Educational Qualification • Applicants should have a High School Diploma or Equivalent Work Experience • Possess 1+ years of prior experience welding in the gas utility industry Duties/Responsibilities • Fabricate and install steel natural gas main lines and services • Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines • Manage and maintain welding equipment, supplies, and material • Repair, restore, and install gas pressure regulators and devices • Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, and fittings • Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualifications • Perform other tasks as requested by leadership Skills/Knowledge/Abilities • Must be fluent in English Work Environment • Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50 lbs.); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling • Work is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment • Worksites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions • Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner Legal Requirements • Join and maintain Union membership • Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check • Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card • Provide valid US work authorization documents for e-Verify • Valid driver’s license with no more than 3 moving violations and no DUIs within a two-year rolling period Benefits/Perks • Employee Assistance program benefit • Health Insurance Plan benefit • Join the Largest Natural Gas Distribution Contractor in the United States • Paid, on-the-job training for technical skills • Retirement Plan benefits • Weekly Payroll Employer’s Statement Centuri Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It provides job opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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