Welder 3rd Shift

PNA is searching for a Welding Operator on 3rd shift (11 PM - 7:30 AM, Sunday - Thursday) who is responsible for basic welding to produce per quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner. This role is located at our Charlotte, NC manufacturing facility and includes a per hour shift differential.

**Job Requirements:**

+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ Tack Welding experience preferred.

+ Experience in use of hand tools, including battery powered hand tools, and pneumatic tools.

+ Manufacturing experience highly preferred (setup, operate, and knowledge of preventative maintenance).

+ Focus on quality control.

+ Clear ability to communicate & instruct on welding assembly.

+ Team player able to collaborate with colleagues.

+ Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

**Core Responsibilities:**

+ Performs ordinary and repetitive hand welding operations.

+ Operates Welding equipment, regulates current and voltage for proper fusion of metals.

+ Selects size and type of rod or wire appropriate for metal and welding application.

+ Makes decisions consistent with priorities set forth by Production Manager or Plant Manager.

+ Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as needed for daily production goals.

+ Follows all safety policies, rules, and best practices.

+ Facilitate learning/training through a variety of delivery methods including hands-on, and one-on-one to welders of varying skill levels.

+ Ability to communicate the process of welding plates in alignment with your current position title.

+ Must be able to test production line units and troubleshoot for production lines.

+ Reviews present equipment, production procedures and makes recommendations that may improve productivity and reduce operation cost.

+ Communicates all issues to Production Manager or Plant Manager to obtain additional resources, or resolutions.

+ Prioritizes and maintains workflow and ensures use of proper tools and materials.

+ Interacts with teammates to resolve problems that interfere with productivity and our culture of respect, trust, and integrity.

+ Document actions by completing quality assurance forms consistently and accurately.

+ Accurately reports daily production.

+ Other duties assigned by Production Manager or other members of management.

**Work Environment** :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical manufacturing working conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**Physical Demands** :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; frequently required to walk, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to sit on a 4-foot-high forklift. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, mount and dismount power industrial vehicle using arms to grip and pull him/herself on to forklift.

**ITW Benefits:**

Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salaries, plus excellent benefits including:

+ Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

+ Company Paid Life Insurance/Short and Long-Term Disability

+ 401k Plan with generous company match

+ 3 weeks' vacation, 5 sick days, and 8 holidays

+ End of year company closure

+ Flexible spending accounts

**Compensation Information:**

$19.50/hour + $2.25 Shift Diff

_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._

_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._