Welder Willmar, MN, US 30+ days agoRequisition ID: 1006 Apply RELCO, a Kovalus Company, is a well-established engineering and manufacturing company located in Willmar, Minnesota. RELCO has been providing process technologies to cheese & dairy plants across the globe for the last 40 years. We are committed to delivering projects on schedule and within budget to create long-term customer relationships. Our benefits offering includes three weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick & ten paid holidays available after day one. Additionally, health benefits start the next month after your hire date and you have several plans to choose from for medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits. We offer paid life insurance, paid short term disability insurance, a defined 401k contribution that starts on day one, and an employer match after one year of service. RELCO is seeking Stainless Steel Welders to join to our Welding team. This position is responsible for performing TIG & MIG welding and finishing according to contract specifications while working safely and within schedule and budgetary guidelines. Our welders work Monday – Thursday 6:00am to 3:30pm and Fridays 6:00am to 2:30pm.The person best suited for this role will be able to work in a team-oriented environment, have strong attention to detail skills, be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, and have a safety-focused attitude. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES · Perform the following tasks per contract specifications or as directed: · TIG Welding · MIG Welding · Wire Welding · Purge Welding · Hand Peening (hammer) · Peen Block/Back-up Block · Fit Up/Tacking · Hand Plasma Set-up & Operation · Grinder/Metal Finishing · Rigging/Material Handling · Follow all quality standards per company procedures. · Complete any required paperwork free from errors and in a timely manner. · Accurately record time on time sheet per project. · Follow all safety procedures when operating machinery. · Keep work area clean & organized so not to present a safety hazard. · Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) per RELCO & OSHA standards. · Assist when needed to train new coworkers as directed from area supervisor. · Work with other team members to maximize productivity & efficiency. · All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE · Experience working with equipment/hand tools etc. preferred COMPENSATION PACKAGE RELCO has recently updated our benefit package that pairs with our competitive wages. Our new benefits package that includes Medical (4 plans), Dental (2 plans), Vision, Group Life and Employer Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K, Expanded Paid Time Off, and much more. • In addition to the above benefits, manufacturing employees receive an annual allowance of $200 for steel toe boots and $150 allowance for prescription safety glasses for every other year. JOIN OUR TEAM Join a team who focuses on putting safety first. We have recently celebrated 14 years without a lost time accident. Every day is a new challenge, and we are constantly seeking ways to help our team get better at what we do. If that is you, we want you on our team. We look forward to hearing from you! Kovalus offers a comprehensive package that includes: Medical (4 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision insurances; 401K (match & fixed company contribution); health savings and flexible spending accounts; company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents; disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee); voluntary insurance plans for accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity; business and personal travel insurance; 10 paid holidays; vacation time; sick time; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; referral bonus; bereavement leave. All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.”
See More Details >>Welder Willmar, MN, US RELCO, a Kovalus Company, is a well-established engineering and manufacturing company located in Willmar, Minnesota. RELCO has been providing process technologies to cheese & dairy plants across the globe for the last 40 years. We are committed to delivering projects on schedule and within budget to create long-term customer relationships. Our benefits offering includes three weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick & ten paid holidays available after day one. Additionally, health benefits start the next month after your hire date and you have several plans to choose from for medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits. We offer paid life insurance, paid short term disability insurance, a defined 401k contribution that starts on day one, and an employer match after one year of service. RELCO is seeking Welders to join to our Welding team. This position is responsible for performing TIG & MIG welding and finishing according to contract specifications while working safely and within schedule and budgetary guidelines. Our welders work Monday – Thursday 6:00am to 3:30pm and Fridays 6:00am to 2:30pm.The person best suited for this role will be able to work in a team-oriented environment, have strong attention to detail skills, be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, and have a safety-focused attitude. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES · Perform the following tasks per contract specifications or as directed: · TIG Welding · MIG Welding · Wire Welding · Purge Welding · Hand Peening (hammer) · Peen Block/Back-up Block · Fit Up/Tacking · Hand Plasma Set-up & Operation · Grinder/Metal Finishing. · Rigging/Material Handling-Required · Follow all quality standards per company procedures. · Complete any required paperwork free from errors and in a timely manner. · Accurately record time on time sheet per project. · Follow all safety procedures when operating machinery. · Keep work area clean & organized so not to present a safety hazard. · Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) per RELCO & OSHA standards. · Assist when needed to train new coworkers as directed from area supervisor. · Work with other team members to maximize productivity & efficiency. · All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • Experience working with power equipment/hand tools is required • MIG and TIG experience required • Must be able to perform and pass the onsite Weld test required • Must have experience with Grinding and metal finishing • Must have some experience with rigging and heave material handling- required COMPENSATION PACKAGE RELCO has recently updated our benefit package that pairs with our competitive wages. Our new benefits package that includes Medical (4 plans), Dental (2 plans), Vision, Group Life and Employer Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K, Expanded Paid Time Off, and much more. • In addition to the above benefits, manufacturing employees receive an annual allowance of $200 for steel toe boots and $150 allowance for prescription safety glasses for every other year. JOIN OUR TEAM Join a team who focuses on putting safety first. We have recently celebrated 15 years without a lost time accident. Every day is a new challenge, and we are constantly seeking ways to help our team get better at what we do. If that is you, we want you on our team. We look forward to hearing from you! This position does not support visa sponsorship now or in the future. Kovalus offers a comprehensive package that includes: Medical (4 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision insurances; 401K (match & fixed company contribution); health savings and flexible spending accounts; company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents; disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee); voluntary insurance plans for accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity; business and personal travel insurance; 10 paid holidays; vacation time; sick time; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; referral bonus; bereavement leave. All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change.
See More Details >>AMERICAN WELDING & GAS, INC. has a new opportunity for a Class A CDL HazMat Driver in Willmar, MN. This is a full-time career opportunity with excellent benefits! Incentives • Competitive Hourly Pay • On the job and ongoing training and career growth opportunities • Company paid CDL license renewal fees including endorsements and medical card • Uniforms and Safety equipment provided • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits with no waiting period • Company paid Term Life Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • 401(k) Plan with company match • Paid Holidays and Vacation • Company cell phone for business use • Drug Free Workplace Duties & Responsibilities • Provide cylinder and/or bulk deliveries to customers and inner branches using a combination tractor-trailer truck • Perform inventory control functions • Loading and unloading trucks • Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly working environment • Ensures vehicles are appropriately placarded and/or labeled • Ensures compliance with CGMP, Hazmat, OSHA, DOT and other regulatory agencies • Ensures appropriate preparation, completion, and accuracy of paperwork • Maintains cleanliness of vehicle • Maintain electronic trip-logs • Perform pre-trip and post trip-inspections • Achieve delivery objectives set forth by the manager • Overnight trips may be required • Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Education Requirements • CDL Class A license with Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brakes • Successful completion of DOT pre-employment drug-screen and physical, and company administered road test • High school diploma/GED • Clean driving record 3+years • Ability to lift 75-100 pounds • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Must be comfortable using computers • Excellent customer services skills This is a full-time hourly non-exempt position eligible for overtime American Welding & Gas (AWG) is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases as well as a provider of all your welding supply needs. We are a family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida. With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality. American Welding & Gas is growing rapidly and looking for top talent to move us forward. American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In Willmar, MN, welders can earn an average of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $55,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships provide aspiring welders with the necessary skills and certifications, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
