Craftsman

Co-workers in this classification are required to have an advanced understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations and blue print reading. Must be able to pass our Craftsman test.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform difficult and unusual manual and machine welding operations in all positions, including layout and fit up
• Shape, cut or form metal to fabricate complex parts using press brake, shear, roll, dishing machine, flanging equipment and various forming equipment. Layout, locate and mark bending lines, construct templates and patterns
• Set up or assist lower classifications in setting up machines
• Operate mobile crane equipment with the capacity of greater than 20,000 lbs. and directs the rigging and hoisting of equipment
• Finish grinding where grade and type of abrasive must be determined. Finish and compliance to specifications are critical
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned
• Guide and train other employees in any classification to improve their skills and perpetuate the trade

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies), Education

• Requires considerable skills to fuse dissimilar metals, maximize weld strength, avoid distortion and conform to exacting tolerances and specifications. Must obtain and maintain ASME certifications
• Layout, locate and mark bending lines, construct templates and patterns
• Knowledgeable in physical properties of metal, effects of heat, allowances for thickness, weld shrinkage and welding techniques
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches or other specifications with a high degree of proficiency and little or no supervision or direction.
• Knowledge of product, mechanics, shop mathematics, shop processes and procedures is essential
• Knowledge of abrasives, conditions of metal and finish are critical

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Blueprint reading, basic welding and basic grinding

Base Compensation Range: $23.45 - $25.20 per hour

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
• Free off-site medical clinic
• Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
• Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
• Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
• Career progression program for advancement
• Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
• In-house training program

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.