Are you a skilled welder with a passion for producing highquality metalwork Were seeking a Welder II to join our team and take on exciting challenges in a fastpaced manufacturing environment. If youre experienced detailoriented and eager to make a tangible impact with your welding expertise we want to hear from you! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where you will be recognized and rewarded!
Company Overview:
Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years. We are a global leader specializing in the design manufacture and distribution of functional hardware office and healthcare ergonomics and storagerelated components for original equipment manufacturers specialty distributors hardware chains and major home centers.
Whats In It For You:
- Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more starting Day 1
- Competitive Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401K with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount Programs
- Bonus and Merit opportunities
What You Will Get To Do:
- Perform welding task using MIG TIG or Stick techniques
- Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to determine welding specifications
- Fabrication of components using a variety of metals such as steel and aluminum
- Set up and operate welding equipment safely and efficiently
- Inspect welds for accuracy quality and adherence to company standards
- Perform grinding cutting and other finishing tasks to ensure smooth welds
- Maintain a clean and organized work area following all safety guidelines and protocols
- Report equipment malfunctions or material shortages to the supervisor
- Count and maintain accurate tracking of jobs
- Perform quality checks
- Keep a clean and organized work area
- Inspect parts and machinery for errors
What You Will Bring:
- 2 years of handson welding experience a manufacturing setting or related industry experience working with different welding processes (MIG TIG Stick FluxCored Arc Welding)
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent valid drivers license completion of trade or vocational program
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in multiple welding techniques (e.g. FCAW GTAW SMAW) strong understanding of metal properties heat treatment and welding metallurgy