Geoprobe® is seeking an experienced welder/fabricator to join a growing team. Successful candidates are committed to high quality work, like variety in tasks, and have a passion for welding and fabrication. Responsibilities • Safely fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment using MIG welder (TIG welding experience is a bonus), band saw, shear, metal punch, and measuring tools • Set-up, operate, and maintain welding equipment • Determine the structurally appropriate size & length of weld necessary when documentation does not specify • Read and accurately interpret blueprints to determine operations, required materials and timeframes for projects • Provide finished quality required (both with and without fixturing) in a reasonable time • Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor You might be a good fit if you... • Take pride in providing high quality workmanship • Like problem-solving • Enjoy building things • Want to help others • Want to expand your skills • Desire to be part of a team Requirements • High school degree • Basic computer knowledge and willingness to learn more • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Bonus • AWS (or equivalent) certification • CNC equipment i.e. Plasma or Laser • Experience programming/operating Robotic welding equipment Benefits • 401(k) • Health Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Profit Sharing Geoprobe Systems® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Production Welder At Great Plains our people make the difference, making our Company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to join our winning team. For over 40 years, Great Plains has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas and is home to 5 divisions, with over 1,500 dedicated employees. Now a Kubota company, Great Plains continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our 'family' culture and community values, perfect for building lasting careers while raising your family. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.GreatPlainsMfg.com. SUMMARY Welds together metal components of products with electric arc-welding equipment by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Follows all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wears prescribed safety and protective equipment • Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. • Connects cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, as specified by Welding Supervisor. • Starts power supply to produce electric current. • Strikes (forms) arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode/wire to work piece and join edges of work piece. • Manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. • Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions. • Examines weld for bead size and other specifications. • Applies filler rod/wire manually to supply weld metal. • Cleans or degreases weld joint or work piece. • Repairs broken or cracked parts and fills holes. • Prepares broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces. • Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter. • Positions and clamps work pieces together or assembles them in jig or fixture. • Tacks assemblies together. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, work orders, and blueprints. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in a one-on-one situation. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add and subtract in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to successfully pass a supervised welding test. 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 stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, 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. 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT The following tools and equipment are subject to be used by employees in the Welding Department. Arc Welder Robot Welder Plasma Torch Oxy/Ace Torch Ding Hammer Adjustable Clamps Deadblow Hammer Sander Fixed Jigs Roll-over Jigs Hydraulic Roll Over Jig Portable Grinders Overhead Hoist The frequencies of occasionally, frequently and regularly referenced in the Physical Demands and Work Environment sections are defined as follows: REFERENCE TIME INCREMENTS Occasionally Less than 1/3 of time Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 of time Regularly Over 2/3 of time
See More Details >>Welder – 1st Shift – Lucas, KS Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Mfg, is seeking a 1st Shift Welder for our facility in Lucas, KS This position works Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with overtime on Fridays as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Load fixtures and weld parts as required Safely use all tools necessary for the position Maintain inventory accuracy at all times Read blueprints and utilize AWS weld symbols as required for the position Consistently achieve quality welds while staying on production schedule Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.Preferred Skills and Qualifications: MIG welding experience and ability to pass weld test, as required. Ability to give strong attention to detail and stay on-task in a fast-paced environmentHave a good understanding of team concepts and be a strong team playerAbility to read blueprints and recognize AWS weld symbolsAbility to safely use hand and power tools and welding equipmentCapable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and willing to accept/implement changeAbility to follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.
See More Details >>Entering the welding profession in Salina, KS, often begins with an apprenticeship or technical training, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Salina, KS, welders can earn up to $278 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
