MIG Welder

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Work from the directions of the supervisor to move Wind Tower sections, set up and operate the MIG welders, Follow and complete daily build schedule.
•    Weld, grind, and repair each Wind Tower section prior to presenting it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all weld defects as directed by the Quality Inspectors
•    Perform most of the work individually. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility
•    Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors
•    Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
•    Clamp, grind, tack-weld, or bolt components into position before welding
•    Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all safety policies and procedures. Follow all OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required.
•    Embrace culture of Lean Manufacturing and the implementation of change
•    Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

•    To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.
•    To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
•    Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and HSE procedures and policies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

•    High school diploma or equivalent
•    A minimum of 1 year of experience with MIG welding in a manufacturing environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•    Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision
•    Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
•    Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the MIG welding equipment without difficulty
•    Knowledge of welding properties of variety of metals and alloys, welding procedures, and practices essential to ensure the quality of the product
•    Ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements
•    Able read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, manufacturing drawings or similar information
•    Ability to lift 75+ pounds
 

Competitive Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Coverage options for just yourself as an eligible employee start at as little as $40 per pay period (bi-weekly), and plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) start at $150.50 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.