Aluminum Welder

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Federal Signal provides products and services to protect people and our planet. The company is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers.

Job Profile

The company is looking for an Aluminum Welder who will accurately set up and operate welding equipment to weld and assemble trailers, hoists, and fabricated parts (may include a working Robotic Welder) to production card specifications.

Assist with continuous improvement and lean initiatives by following process flow, and remaining flexible to complete tasks as part of a team.

Offer suggestions and improvements by actively communicating with their department supervisor and plant management.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

• At least 2 years of continuous welding experience, preferably with aluminum or steel in a manufacturing or industrial setting

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ability to determine and make welding equipment adjustments as needed, read complicated instructions, blueprints, and measuring devices
• Ability to learn operations of multiple machines/jigs within a job area and must be able to rotate jobs to meet job schedule regularly, team needs or to meet any safety recommendations.
• Ability to perform basic math to determine the ability to measure, assemble, and problem-solve.
• Must be a team player working with co-workers and other departments. The focus is on meeting company goals and initiatives.
• Must work at a reasonable pace (measured by production efficiency) and within our quality standards to ensure timely completion of tasks and must work overtime as required to meet customer needs
• Must work safely following safety procedures, including wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), completing maintenance requests, and communicating hazards to coworkers and management
• Prompt and reliable attendance so we can meet our customer needs

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Analytical Abilities – Makes recommendations based on solid assumptions when solving complex problems; analyzes data to obtain meaningful information; identifies conflicting or inaccurate information.
• Consistently Achieves Results – Effectively manages budgets; meets planned financial targets; achieves both top and bottom-line growth objectives; readily produces strategies for reducing or avoiding costs without compromising quality; meets the Customer’s satisfaction level; meets or exceeds the standards set for the position-specific responsibilities.
• Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external Customers; gets Customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; considers Customers in all business practices; establishes and maintains effective relationships with Customers.
• Interpersonal Skills – Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the company; builds appropriate rapport; listens; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; truly values people; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Must be able to read prints and manuals
• Must be able to use various measuring tools
• Must have time management skills
• Problem-Solving – Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers.

Physical Requirements

• Exposed to outdoor weather temperatures
• Regularly bending/turning at the waist
• Regularly required to lift, carry, pull, and push 50 lbs. unassisted
• Regularly standing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching for extended periods

Preferred Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement
• Annual bonus potential
• Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
• Paid holidays, paid vacation

Employer’s Statement

Federal Signal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against based on and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law.