Welder (Weekend Shift)

We are a full-service metal manufacturing company that was founded in 1908. Our capabilities include stamping, precision laserjet and waterjet cutting, welding and assembly, short run stamping & long run stamping. We are dedicated to our people, processes, and continuous improvement! We hope you can join us on our journey!

We are seeking a skilled welder to join our team. This position is a weekend shift, Friday through Sunday, 12 hours shifts, paid for 40. As a welder, you will be responsible for utilizing your welding expertise to fabricate and repair metal structures and components. The ideal candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of welding techniques, safety standards, and equipment maintenance. We require someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail, and can work efficiently alone or in a team. 

Responsibilities

•    Operator welds various configurations of metal assemblies using fixtures and plans for proper welding joint design.
•    Ensure quality of weld joint; makes proper adjustments for equipment settings.
•    Ensures product produced meets or exceeds customer specifications.
•    Reviews work orders and follows process specifications to avoid costly errors.
•    Grinding and sanding to various finishes according to customer requirements and/or process specs.
•    Follow all safety steps and procedures to ensure safe equipment operation.
•    Ensures correct welding rod, wire, etc. is used.
•    Ensures correct parts count.
•    Notify supervisor to resolve process, product, equipment, and production issues.
•    Ability to understand and follow job routing and blueprint instructions.
•    Skills to set up and operate welding equipment, learn about using fixtures, measuring tolerances and the use of various gauges.
•    Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications/Skills

•    High school diploma or equivalent.
•    Experience or training in the operation of various brands of MIG, TIG, and spot-welding equipment and related tools and materials.
•    Adequate math skills.
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•    Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

What We Offer You

•    401k Match
•    Health, Dental, Vision insurance after 60 days
•    Health Savings Account
•    Life/AD&D Insurance
•    PTO & Paid Holidays
•    Growing Company Culture and more!

If you are someone who loves working with metal and are passionate about welding, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.

Ameristar cares about quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service. Ameristar is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.