What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder - Lead - 1st Shift position at Atkore?
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Welder - Lead - 1st Shift to be based out of Cartersville, GA. Reporting to Welding Supervisor, this person will be responsible for welding aluminum cable trays, as well as providing direction and guidance to other welders in the department. The ideal candidate will have 3-years welding experience. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is desired.
What you’ll do:
Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Direct and provide guidance to other welders in the department
• Perform setup, adjustments and operation of welding machines within the department
• Ability to use basic fabricating tools (i.e. tape measure)
• Interpret drawings and fabricate based off blueprints
• Fabricate per customer requirements adhering to specifications
• Actively participate in Atkore’s safety program
• Cross train in different areas of the shop as required
• Ensure all processes are carried out with the required use of safety controls and PPE
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
What you’ll bring:
- 3 years welding experience
• Ability to read a tape measure
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)
• Ability to work 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday
• Technical School Welding Certificate (preferred)
• Ability to squat, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and work a 10-hour shift in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing
environment
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of
Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting
of materials and product up to 50 pounds. The manufacturing plant is not climate controlled.
Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye
safety glasses, hearing protectors, and safety work shoes. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are
not permitted.
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
- Gain an understanding of your team.
- Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns.
Who we are:
Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
