Welder (Union, 1St Shift) - Atchison KS

Bradken Atchison , KS 66002

Posted 1 week ago

Bradken is a leading solutions provider and global manufacturer of innovative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector. With a 3000-strong workforce, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us positioned firmly as global leaders in the wear solutions market for the resources sector.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Welder to join our Atchison, Kansas Team.

SHIFT: 1st Shift

PAY: $24.97 - $27.13

Purpose Statement:

Perform weld repair on castings utilizing the Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and Carbon Arc Gouging processes. Support the Cleaning department's safety, production, and quality goals.

Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities

  • Weld repair steel and stainless-steel castings utilizing FCAW, SMAW processes.

  • Utilize grinders and air powered chisels to remove minor surface defects on the castings.

  • Utilize Carbon Arc gouging to remove excess stock, cut out defects and level riser burn cuts.

  • Keep work area clean

  • Alert supervisor of any safety or quality issues

  • Alert supervisor of any maintenance issues

  • Recommend process improvements

  • Participate in special activities, projects, and programs to support Bradken safety, quality, and productivity goals

  • Occasionally lift 60 lbs. (role of welding wire)

  • Additional responsibilities as designated

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Must pass practical welding tests within 90 days of hire

Experience:

  • 1-2 years welding experience preferred

  • FCAW Certification preferred

  • Operation of various grinders electric and pneumatic preferred

  • Operation and usage of cutting torch preferred

  • Operation and usage of Carbon Arc (Arc Air) for removal of defects and dressing preferred

  • Operation of bridge cranes preferred

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Safety minded first and foremost

  • Good written and verbal communication skills

  • Must be able to read Welder Specification Procedures (WPS), interpret work instructions.

  • Ability to weld in 1G, 2G, and 3G positions

  • Must be able to document work on daily Labor Tickets.

  • Ability to work with limited direct supervision

  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment

Why join our team at Bradken? We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:

  • Successful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1000* once you commence work with us.

  • We offer competitive pay and Total Reward packages.

  • Weekly payday

  • We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.

100 years of knowledge and experience behind us, endless opportunities ahead.

  • Sign-on Bonus payments are subject to meeting with policy and criteria.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.


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