Welder 2nd shift

ETC is searching for a 2nd Shift Welder to join our team in our Middleton, WI office! Our ideal candidate will have a technical diploma in welding, great mechanical aptitude, knowledge of welding techniques, and the ability to work independently and in a team. This position is Monday - Thursday which means that you will have a 3-day weekend every week!

ETC is proud to be 100% employee owned and offers a fabulous benefit package that includes an employee stock ownership plan, health, dental and vision coverage starting on day one, 4 weeks of paid time off that continues to increase, 401K with company match, as well as many more benefits. If you are interested, apply now or reach out to Tracy Haggerty at tracy.haggerty@etcconnect.com or 608-824-5342 to talk more about the position!

Representative Responsibilities:

Fabricates, welds, and grinds parts to standards and specifications

Plans procedures and selects tools and materials to follow work order to completion

Sets-up welders for MIG, TIG, and Spot welder appropriately

Fabricates product by cutting and welding metals

Ensures parts are fabricated to print specifications

Maintains expected productivity output levels and completes assignments as scheduled

Completes paperwork correctly, labels parts per order and forwards the product to the next station

Follows production priorities

Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions irregularities, and continuing needs

Ensures product quality meets standards by frequently checking work

Ensures quality meets standards by checking measurement and parts are welded to meet the correct orientation

Selects the appropriate welding application and performs visual quality checks to ensure welding reflects correct penetration

Applies specified finish through use of proper grinding techniques.

Follows ISO procedures

Uses appropriate documentation, e.g., ECRs and NCMRs, to identify and communicate issues

Adheres to safety standards at all times

Ensures that safe methods and practices are used

Abides by safety procedures, work practice controls, and OSHA guidelines

Wears personal protective equipment when required

Informs management of any safety concerns when they arise

Learns new tasks, procedures and assemblies as needed

Listens to, understands and follow instructions while learning new assignments

Recognizes unusual circumstances and asks intelligent questions when necessary

Maintains a clean and organized work environment

Ensures after task is completed, floor is swept and tools are returned to designated area

Maintains tools regularly

Ensures that machines are cleaned and maintained as scheduled

Informs manager or team lead of supply needs

Shuts welder and gas off at the end of each shift

Completes special projects and requests in a timely and positive fashion

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred

Formal one year technical diploma in welding or minimum of one to two years of production welding experience

Knowledge of metalwork theory

Knowledge of various welding techniques (TIG, MIG, Spot) and able to adjust equipment to its proper setting

Strong welding skills

Knowledge of finish grinding with various types of grinders

Mechanical Aptitude

Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids

Good organizational skills

Good math skills

Basic English skills to understand quality, safety, work instructions, personnel information, etc.

Proven ability to understand instructions and follow directions

Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools

Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed

Demonstrated ability to effectively implement and respond to change

Able to work at a fast paced industrial environment wearing hearing protection, vision protection, steel-toed shoes and other appropriate protective equipment

Able to lift, carry, push and or pull up to 50 lbs. frequently

Able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time

Able to Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead and outward frequently

Able to read blueprints

Able to use a variety of hand tools

Able to drive Forklift and operate pallet jack

Able to work independently and as part of a team