MIG Welder

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work from the directions of the supervisor to move Wind Tower sections, set up and operate the MIG welders, Follow and complete daily build schedule.
• Weld, grind, and repair each Wind Tower section prior to presenting it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all weld defects as directed by the Quality Inspectors.
• Perform most of the work individually. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility.
• Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on‑time product without manufacturing errors.
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
• Clamp, grind, tack‑weld, or bolt components into position before welding.
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all safety policies and procedures. Follow all OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required.
• Embrace culture of Lean Manufacturing and the implementation of change.
• Perform other work‑related tasks as assigned.

• To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.
• To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
• Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and HSE procedures and policies.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year of experience with MIG welding in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the MIG welding equipment without difficulty.
• Knowledge of welding properties of variety of metals and alloys, welding procedures, and practices essential to ensure the quality of the product.
• Ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.
• Able read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, manufacturing drawings or similar information.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Coverage options for just yourself as an eligible employee start at as little as $40 per pay period (bi-weekly), and plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) start at $150.50 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in‑network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full‑time employees).
• All regular full‑time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre‑NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full‑time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.