Welder - LV Zone 1

  • The Shyft Group
  • Middlebury, Indiana
  • Full Time

Welder - LV Zone 1 | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $25.50 - 25.50

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, Builtmore,and ITU. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortunes 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What youll do:

SUMMARY:
TheWelder position is responsible for welding various materials associated with thecompanys product lines including, but not limited to, truck bodies andchassis, motorhome chassis, and specialty vehicles.

JOBRESPONSIBILITIES:
Use modification and welding (minimum AWS 3G/4G level) skills to rework cab andother components
Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints
Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete welding in assignedarea
Fabricate components from raw stock, as needed
Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings,blueprints, etc.
Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assignedproduct line or area
Self-check work and inspect prior processes
Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required
Meet production goals
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Initiate process improvements
Support 5S in work area
Lead / perform lean events
Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering,materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
Solve complex problems with minimal assistance

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What you need to be successful:

QUALIFICATIONS:
HS Diploma or GED required
AWS Certification preferred
Excellent attendance
Positive attitude
Strong and consistent attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Team oriented
Basic computer skills are required
Must be able to pass required welding certification test in the following AWSmaterial sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1.
Previous experience and/or certifications preferred
Must understand AWS welding symbols
Must be able to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines
Must be able to Mig or Tig weld steel, stainless, and aluminum as needed
Willing to:
oLearn and rotate within various weld areas
oWear PPE respirators for extended amount of time
oImprove self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, ifneeded)
oDevelop a working knowledge of companys systems (example: AS/400)
Able to:
oRead and comprehend blueprints including weld specifications at a high level
oWork overtime on short notice

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Why The Shyft Group?

At The Shyft Group, we believe our people are our greatest asset . Thats why were committed to creating an environment where you can thrive personally and professionally. When you succeed, we all succeed.

Your health is our priority, so we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you stay at your best. This includes medical , dental , and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending and health savings accounts. We also provide a wellness plan to support your overall well-being, ensuring you have the tools to live a healthy, balanced life.

Financial security is essential for peace of mind, and were here to help you build a secure future. Our benefits include a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions, short- and long-term disability coverage, and company-paid life and dependent life insurance. For added flexibility, we also offer voluntary term life insurance to suit your unique needs.

We know that a fulfilling life outside of work fuels success at work. Thats why we provide resources to support your work/life balance , including educational reimbursement programs to help you grow professionally, an employee assistance program for guidance when life gets complicated, and dependent care flexible spending accounts to help manage family responsibilities.

At The Shyft Group, we dont just offer benefitswe offer a foundation for you to thrive. Join us and experience the difference!

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at ....

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.

Job ID: 491187437
Originally Posted on: 8/29/2025

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