Master Fabricator and Welder

Join Birdon America, Inc. as a skilled Master Fabricator and Welder in our thriving manufacturing environment. With competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, this role offers an attractive opportunity for those passionate about delivering high-quality work.

Estimated Salary: $28 - $32 per hour

This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires expertise in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and ARC welding. As a Master Fabricator and Welder, you will be responsible for producing welded assemblies from fabricated components, adhering to custom or stock specifications.

Main Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality welded assemblies using advanced welding techniques and tools.
• Weld various metals using MIG, TIG, and ARC welding methods.
• Position, align, and fit parts using common weld shop tooling.
• Verify workpiece conformance to specifications, using precision measuring tools.
• Develop and maintain a personal set of tools, as required by the program.
• Understand and adhere to quality rules and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with colleagues to resolve complex issues and improve processes.
• Demonstrate intermediate understanding of assigned work orders and goals.

To excel in this role, you will need:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a welding environment (for Welder I) or four-five years' experience in aluminum welding (for Welder IV).
• An intermediate ability to interpret blueprints and schematics, recognizing welding symbols and specifications.
• Successful completion of certification to at least two WPS (Welder I) and/or four WPS (Welder IV).
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent attendance and communication skills.
• The ability to use hand and power tools, work in limited spaces, and lift up to 25 pounds regularly.
• Prior experience in a small organization, demonstrating abilities with multiple objectives and multitasking efforts.

Birdon America, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Three medical plan options, one with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Disability, life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance.
• Vacation time, accrued at 3.08 hours per pay period.
• Sick leave, accrued at one hour per 40 hours worked.
• A traditional 401(k) retirement plan, with a company match of 50% on salary deferrals up to 5%.
• Roth IRA contributions, with a four-year vesting period.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Safety shoe/boots and prescription safety glasses allowances.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing confidential counseling services.
• An Employee Referral Program, offering bonuses for successful referrals.