Sika is hiring: Welder Assembler Night in Town of Amherst

Overview

Watson Bowman Acme, a Sika company, is a manufacturer and supplier of expansion joint solutions for the transportation sector, including bridge and highway fabrication, preservation, and tunnels. This night shift position has 4-10 hour shifts Monday-Thursday, typically from 5:30pm to 4:00am. This role assists Welding Fitters, Master Fitters, Forepersons, and Manufacturing Supervision in the manufacture and assembly of metallic products supplied to the construction industry.

Salary Range: $23 - $26 per hour based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Welding Fitters, Master Fitters, Forepersons, and Manufacturing Supervision in the manufacture and assembly of metallic products for the construction industry.
• Assist in fitting sub-assemblies as instructed, including but not limited to tie downs, straightening, grinding, and stud welding on strip seal steel rails, using hand tools, overhead cranes, and welding equipment.
• Support adherence to safety and quality standards in all tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required; additional coursework with emphasis on welding preferred.
• Related experience in welding and assembly of expansion joint systems preferred.
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings and other written instructions.
• Experience with hand tools, welding, fixturing, and hydraulic equipment to join components into sub-assemblies and assemble into finished engineer-to-order products.
• Compliance with safety regulations, Safe Work Permits, training requirements, and use of safety equipment.
• Physical ability to lift and manage material up to 50 pounds unassisted; stand or walk for long periods; bend, stoop, or kneel as required; wear all required PPE.
• Possess the legal right to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!