Welder

Arconic is currently in search of two Welder - 2nd Shift  (2:30pm to 11pm) to join our Kawneer in Visalia.  The Welder makes welds on metal extrusions to form industrial doors and frames. This is a 2nd shift position. $23.59/hour is base pay for this position plus shift differential of 50 cents per hour.   You will be on 1st shift for about 6 weeks for training (5am to 1:30pm).

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.  

Primary Responsibilities 

• Adhere to all Kawneer rules and regulations.
• Identifies material by part number and product finish.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, shelves and machinery by hand.
• Inspects extrusions for scratches, dents and quality.
• Reads and interprets take-off sheets, consolidated cut lists, and shop orders to determine machine setup and sequence of operation.
• Memorize standard door configurations.
• Selects appropriate rails, tops and bottoms making sure all match work order.
• Places fabricated components on work bench in welding booth.
• Inserts top rails into side rails, and places on welding rack or jig.
• Positions and clamps together components preparatory to welding.
• Able to position and clamp together components creating multiple door configurations.
• Welds metal extrusions together following company welding processes.
• Performs related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding.
• Welds both anodized and painted doors to company specifications.
• Welds at a rate of 60 to 80 doors per day.
• Welds must meet company quality standards and be defect free.. 
• Weld thin muttons, aka. grid work
• Configures and welds the cross rails.
• Removes welded components from welding rack and stack on cart outside of welding booth.
• Follows the MDR process for scrap material.
• Performs quality inspections throughout the entire manufacturing process.
• Verifies all measurements for accuracy.
• Completes checklists, logs and reports.
• Flexible to work in other areas of the plant.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Effectively problem solves and engages in ABS activities. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• One to six months related mig welding work experience is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets documents such as, operating and maintenance instructions, safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondents.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other employees and supervisors. 
• Ability to count, to add, to subtract and to multiply simple numbers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with and respond to minor problems in standard work situations.
• Able to measure to 1/32 of an inch.

Physical Demands 

• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to repetitively lift up to 40 pounds or 1/3 of your body weight.
• Able to work 12 hour days.
• Able to wear required PPE.
• Able to bend and twist repetitively.

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others. 

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 

At Arconic, we: 

Act With Integrity. 

We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 

Safeguard our Future. 

We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 

Grow Stronger Together. 

We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 

Earn Customer Loyalty. 

We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 

Drive Operational Excellence. 

We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 

Create Value. 

We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 

United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.