Welder -1st Shift-TR

At Wabash, Welders perform a variety of tasks that vary from location to location. Welders have a key role in the manufacture of carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum products and subassemblies. Welders are crucial in the manufacturing process and are therefore expected to produce high‑quality work while upholding production standards. We require qualification weld tests and, in some cases, certification tests depending on the product line.

Applicants that do not pass the initial weld test can be qualified by attending our in‑house weld school, demonstrating that they can pass the weld test after training.

• Own and help improve our performance in Safety, Quality, and Delivery
• Carbon steel / aluminum / stainless steel MIG and/or TIG weld at a level that meets quality standards
• Read engineering prints, weld symbols, and follow specifications
• Perform basic operator preventative maintenance for welding related equipment
• Maneuver in tight and small spaces
• Work at heights of 15‑20 ft.
• Perform additional work assigned by the supervisor or team leader, which may require the employee to assist in different departments
• Wear approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc.
• Complete assigned duties in accordance with safety policies and practices, including your individual safety and the safety of co‑workers, and the safe use of equipment in the workplace

• Oxy / Acetylene torch
• Engineering prints
• Work instructions
• Handheld tools
• Tape measure
• Hoist
• Crane
• MIG welder (GMAW, including pulse transfer)
• TIG welder (GTAW)
• Possible limited stick welder (SMAW)
• Plasma cutter / gouging
• Grinder / sander
• Respirator / ADF or PAPR hood

• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.
• Must pass weld tests associated with product line, prior to welding in production.
• Must pass respirator fit test.
• Basic reading, writing, math & verbal skill.
• Capable of following and understanding engineering prints, specifications & instructions.

Experience and education are a plus; however, it is not required. Wabash provides the necessary training for all welding positions. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor.

• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Tuition reimbursement program

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations.

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as very loud noise levels, high temperatures, and potentially even outside elements  to the work environment, all employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). We pride ourselves on empowering our associates and are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

In this position the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate controls for the length of their shift. Full range of motion in arms and hands is required. The employee must communicate successfully with fellow employees. Some employees also work in small spaces and frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Vision abilities required include close vision acuity, ability to adjust focus, and good hand‑eye coordination.

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem.
• Takes initiative,…