Welder II - 1st Shift

Join Life Fitness / Hammer Strength as a Welder!
$24.00-28.00 + to start based on experience
Quarterly Production Bonuses $$$
3 Weeks Paid Time Off Annually
96 hours of Holiday Pay Annually
Competitive Benefit Package including 4% company match on 401K
4/10 Schedule (Mon - Thu) 5:00am-3:30pm
JOB PURPOSE:
Produce a wide variety of weldments in a safe, quality and productive manner.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Prior to each job, accurately count all pieces to ensure no extra/missing parts
Set-up jobs; load and unload jigs
Operate welding equipment according to job guidelines and verify work to print(s)
Perform all aspects of job in a safe and productive manner with minimal defect
Perform secondary inspections of other welders and verify they are to print
Report supply needs, equipment breakdowns, shortages and poor-quality materials/products to supervisor or lead
Complete required paperwork in a correct and timely manner
Operate hoist and manual pallet jack
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Provide training for new welders to learn jobs in weld cell
Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Employed as a Welder I at Life Fitness for a minimum of 6 months or equivalent
High school diploma or equivalent
Pass the Life Fitness Weld Test
MIG/Pulse welding experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
Vocational training and/or welding certificate preferred
Communicate in English (read, write and understand)
Read prints/work instructions, jig loading
Read and complete process sheets
Ability to work independently, relying on weld print book documentation
Adhere to Life Fitness Standards
Work effectively in a cell/team environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lift up to 30 lbs up to 60% of shift and 50 lbs up to 30% of shift; push/pull up to 30 lbs
Walk, stand, bend, twist/turn, reach overhead and grasp tools as necessary
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. Your base wage will be between $24.00 - $29.88 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual wage offer will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other relevant factors. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Production Bonus Plan, which provides opportunities to earn additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to meeting certain production goals and other criteria as outlined.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off including paid holidays, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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