Welder - 1st shift

Do you have a passion for welding? We’re hiring an experienced Welder at our premier manufacturing operation in Raymond, MS. This role is for 1st shift (6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) If you possess:

• Experience in welding metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order.
• The ability to manually sets tools and punches as specified by setup sheets.
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Hunter offers $23.70 as the starting rate with opportunities for advancement in level and pay. This position is for our 1st shift (6:00am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday).

Hunter could be a great fit for you Family owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry-leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. Hunter was named a 2023 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St. Louis Business Journal.

As a Welder:

What you will do:

• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Selects torch, torch tip, filler rod and flux, according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Connects regulator valves and hoses to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders, and welding torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure, to obtain desired flame.
• Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks.
• Selects torch, torch tip, filler rod and flux, according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of metal.
• Connects regulator valves and hoses to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders, and welding torch.
• Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure, to obtain desired flame.
• Holds torch at proper angle to metal and guides along weld joint, applying filler rod to molten area to form weld.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Repairs broken or cracked metal objects, fills holes, and builds up metal parts.
• Lays out, positions, and tack welds workpieces.
• Welds along vertical or overhead weld lines.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
• Cleans or degreases parts.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Welding certificate preferred.
• Must score Silver or higher on NCRC/Work Keys exam.
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to read blueprint and read measuring equipment.

Hunter Fosters a Culture of:

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Appreciation & Recognition
• Advancement Opportunities
• Pay for Performance

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Industry Leading Healthcare
• Industry Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Away
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’