1st Shift Welder
About The Position
About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for operating welding equipment to fabricate high-quality parts, subassemblies, and finished products. Work includes various types of welds in multiple positions on diverse production lines. This role ensures precision, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety protocols. YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned:
Requirements
- Ability to wear a standard welding helmet for extended periods.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business and production demands.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.
Nice To Haves
- Welding certification from an accredited institution.
- 1+ year of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Pass and maintain certification through the Welder Qualification Test.
- Operate overhead cranes to safely position parts for welding.
- Adjust machine settings for proper weld configurations.
- Clean finished welds using tools such as grinders, wire wheels, and needle guns.
- Heat, form, and weld metal parts in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Use measuring tools accurately to ensure specification compliance.
- Read and interpret blueprints and follow verbal/written work instructions.
- Assemble and weld metal components with precision.
- Position and secure parts correctly prior to welding.
- Cross-train and work across production areas as needed.
- Maintain attention to detail to meet quality standards.
- Adhere to all safety, cleanliness, and 6S procedures.
- Work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
