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Wastequip

Welder

Wastequip, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, us, 01201

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Base pay range $21.44/hr - $24.92/hr

Job Description Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our New Lebanon, NY manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Pay Range: $21.44 - $24.92 (Based on experience).

Responsibilities

Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks

Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces

MIG Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines

Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal

Examines weld for bead size and other specifications

Scarfs or grooves welds and parts

Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter

Other duties as assigned

Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED/Technical School is preferred

MIG Welding experience is a must

Six months or more of related experience and/or training preferred

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals

Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Ability to read blueprints and measuring tape

Experienced in a fast paced production environment preferred

Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances

Company Benefits

2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up

Prescription (Rx) Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)

Health Care FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Company Paid Base Life Insurance

Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

Paid Grandparent Leave

Paid Bonding Leave

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider - from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing - building a brighter future for all.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Manufacturing and Production

Industries Manufacturing

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