Hand Welder, 1st Shift - Ventrac

Wage: $20+/hr, determined based on experience.

The hand welder will require a person to set up, operate, and/or tend hand-welding machines to produce weldments.  This person must pay high attention to detail and work under limited supervision. They must efficiently perform hand welding. This job involves collaborating with other team members to help meet department goals and objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Read and conform to schematics, drawings and other work instructions
• Set up jobs by selecting appropriate fixtures, weld patterns, components, programs, tooling, etc.
• Operate welding equipment and tune to optimize the welding process for quality and efficiency

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma, GED or equivalent school with relevant work experience
• Minimum 1-3 years of welding training/experience
• Maintain high safety standards and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs. regularly and bend, squat, walk or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to pass the Welding test – Minimum score of 3

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Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of welding experience
• Score of 4+ on the Weld test and >85% on the General test

At Ventrac we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tiermedical/dental/visionplan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ventrac offers employees at our Orrville, OH location a variety of perks, including:  

Dress for your day- We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our free uniform program (that includes full laundry service). All production employees are also requires to wear steel toe boots with met guards (Ventrac will reimburse up to $175 after 6 months of employment).

Onsite amenities –With two onsite cafes and large break rooms, we have a convenient and comfortable area for breaks and lunches. We have around 350 employees and are always growing. We have newer, high-quality facilities (built from 2014-2018) and an exceptionally clean manufacturing work environment. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related needs and conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.