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Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.

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Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com

Our offer:

• Shift Differential
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
• 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
• Uniforms Provided
• Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.
• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Background

• Works under general supervision of the Welding Supervisor in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A
• Assist welders in performing general industrial welding duties (lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms-such as machinery frames, bridge parts, and pressure vessels-using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements).

Tasks

• Assist with lay outs, positioning, and securing parts and assemblies according to specifications, gain familiarity with using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler
• Assist with welding components and assemblies, gain familiarity with electric, gas, arc, and other welding equipment.
• Cuts work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife
• Assist welders/fitters with installations or equipment repairs, such as pipes, valves, and tank linings, as well as placing new equipment.
• Assist with and gain familiarity with heating, forming, and dressing metal parts, using hand tools, power tools, torch, or arc welding equipment; ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc
• Gain familiarity with engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations; assist developing templates and other work aids to hold an align parts
• Gain familiarity with equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques

Specifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Interest in learning welding/pipe fitting/millwright trade craft; prior experience a plus
• Knowledge of:
  1. Basic levels mathematics and English comprehension
  2. Basic level of hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
  3. Basic level of safety, health and environmental rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Skill in:
  1. Equipment selection and maintenance
  2. Quality control analysis
  3. Organization and self-motivation
  4. Reading drawings, service manuals and blueprints

• Ability to:
  1. Work easily and skillfully with hands
  2. Lift and carry objects weighing up to 55 pounds
  3. Climb and maintain balance on high ladders and scaffolds; and stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch
  4. Work in extreme cold and hot (120 F) environment
  5. Comprehend oral and written English instruction
  6. Lift up to 50 pounds and drive fork truck in safe and efficient manner
  7. Follow established policies and procedures and work within precise limits
  8. Work independently with a team environment to assist others as needed
  9. Operate and maintain wide variety of tools and equipment
  10. Exhibit manual dexterity, perceptual speed and extent flexibility
  11. Adopt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needs
  12. Pass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities test