Job Details
Level: Entry
Job Location: TN - Maryville, TN
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Manufacturing
Position Overview
| Summary |
| The purpose of this position is to weld trailer components using the Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding technique to create precise, smooth, continuous seams with an eye for detail and a focus on meeting and exceeding the company’s quality standards. |
| Essential Functions |
- Use MIG welding technique to weld trailer components, including processes such as gas metal arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc.
- Safely use and operate welding gear and equipment.
- Examine workpieces for defects, blemishes and quality; notify supervisor of any concerns and perform repairs as needed.
- Use measuring tapes, combination squares, and levels to lay out, position, align, and secure parts prior to assembly.
- Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Operate overhead cranes.
- Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.
- Maintain, organize and clean workstation and equipment.
- Ensure all actions are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Complete other duties and cross-training activities as assigned.
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Qualifications
| Qualifications |
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Two (2) to four (4) years of MIG welding experience preferred
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| Specialized Knowledge |
- Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding
- Knowledge, recognition and use of hand and power tools
- Experience with plasma cutting
- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications
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| Competencies |
- Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and job duties
- Willingness and ability to learn new skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team
- Ability to cooperate with leadership, teammates, and departments
- Willingness to help where and when needed, beyond the scope of normal day-to-day duties
- Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret written instructions
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| Physical Requirements |
- Ability to see small details at close range
- Ability to quickly move your hands, arms, or fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
- Balance and flexibility, with an ability to safely navigate over and around equipment and tools
- Ability to work in varied positions (e.g., overhead, flat, and vertical work)
- Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and squatting
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
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| Occupational Conditions |
- Manufacturing facility – must comply with all safety regulations and PPE requirements (e.g., gloves, face shields, steel toe shoes, safety glasses)
- Exposure to hot and cold temps for long periods of time
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