Welder I

KDS Windsor
Hendersonville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/5/2024
KDS Windsor is seeking an experienced Welder I. In this position, you will have a role in our Production Department supporting our production needs. This includes welding, cutting, fabricating metal and products by means of flame-cutting and arc welding equipment going to our various batch and continuous lumber drying kilns, and wood waste heat plants around the Southeast and Pacific Northwest United States. The Welder I will contribute to metal fabrication and repairs, quality inspection, maintain safety standards, and promote a positive working environment.
 
This is a full-time position and will report directly to the Production Supervisor.
 
Qualifications
  • Ability to read measurements with a tape measure.
  • Ability to read blueprint designs.
  • 1 year or more of specific experience and/or training related to the essential functions of the job; or equivalent combination of education and training.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Job Duties
  • Plans details of work order procedures and gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
  • Prepares, assembles, and tacks both weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
  • Maintains, organizes, and cleans both the equipment and the work area.
  • Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
  • Notifies the supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
  • Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Must pass a carbon steel FCAW welding test in the 1G and 2G positions, and a MIG Spray Arc welding test in the 1G position, as a required prerequisite.
  • Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
  • Excellent ability to read and adhere to assignments given in a variety of forms.
  • Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.
  • Must pass a pre-employment company background check.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • U.S. Work Authorization.
Additional Requirements
  • Work independently and in a team.
  • Must be able to work overtime, when needed.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
  • Cross-train in other departments.
  • Ability to work in hot environments, indoors.
  • Must be able to see details at close range.
  • Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
  • Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
  • Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
Salary and Benefits Package
  • Hourly position (Schedule: Monday-Friday, from 7:00am-5:30pm).
  • Profit sharing bonus paid once yearly.
  • Company paid medical, dental and vision for the employee and their dependents.
  • Company paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance for the employee.
  • Additional Voluntary Life Insurance 
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid time off
  • 401k with 6% company matching.
  • 10 Paid Holidays
Pay Range  $21.04 to $25.29 
 
KDS Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, disability, or any other category protected by federal and state law.

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