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Welder - 1st Shift - Huntsville, AL

Attention Military Affiliated Job Seekers - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. This role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE. Join Polaris Huntsville as a Welder and enjoy a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment, welding full frames for side-by-side utility vehicles and Polaris's Slingshot. Welders will perform the MiG welding process on mild steel on assembly line or work cell as required to meet all quality standards and specifications. Welders must be able to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. Our Weld environment is a 24/7 operation. Welders may be asked to work 6-7 days per week. Experience welding is preferred. If no prior experience, but interested in a welding career, join our team as a Moto (Robotic Weld) Operator and learn to weld with Polaris!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform Weld Tasks to Standards
• Perform Arc and Mig welding on steel materials for RANGER or Slingshot production.
• Pass Weld Assessment to standards.
• Ability to be trained on Polaris specific weld process standards and arc monitor systems
• Safety, Quality, Cost & Delivery Focus
• Perform welding tasks based on production schedules.
• Maintain a consistent pace throughout the shift with focus on quality.
• Inspect all parts prior to and following entering workstations; immediately report non-conformance issues to group leader and/or Supervisor.
• Accurately complete paperwork required for production records, including labor reporting, move tickets, SPC charts etc.
• Perform quality testing and documentation as required.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations strictly and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices (5S).
• Team Player Mentality
• Step in and perform tasks on robot welding equipment as required by business need and assigned by supervisor.
• Rotate between workstations as assigned.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Group Leader.

Skills & Knowledge: 18 years of age or older. Basic knowledge of computers. 1 year of manufacturing experience or educational welding experience preferred. Welding experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Repetitive use of upper extremities. Ability to bend, twist, turn, kneel, and squat. Stand and walk up for extended periods of time and reach overhead continuously. Ability to withstand heat for extended periods of time. Use air/power/vibrating tools and perform strong, pincher-gripping motions. Work safely around moving equipment, power tools, and industrial vehicles. It may be necessary to perform any of these functions up to twelve hours a day.

Working Conditions: Fast paced welding environment Hot environment Base Pay Range: $22.09 - $26.14 Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.