Welder

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

As a Welder, you will be responsible for setting up and aligning parts per blueprint in preparation for welding and for performing welding operations. Reporting directly to the Manager, this position is based in Fulton, MO.

YOU HAVE:

• At least 1 year of welding experience or training.

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required.

• Experience in Production Welding or A certificate in Welding IS REQUIRED.

• Able to read tape measure and blueprints.

• Able to properly operate welding equipment.

• Must be trained in applicable SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and work instructions.

• Welding machine, cutting torch, brush, pad, buffer, grinder, overhead crane, ratchet straps, rubber hammer, tape measure.

• Able to read, comprehend, and convey simple or somewhat complex instructions.

• Able to write notes or simple correspondence.

• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out multiple-step instructions of moderate complexity. 

• Able to deal with standardized situations with a limited set of variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Manufacturing position; spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands, and reaching.

• Spends app. 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing.

• Spends less than 1/3 of time positioning items weighing up to 250 lbs. 

• Generally, requires clear vision at close distances.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• References blueprint and communicates with Lead person to determine job requirements.

• Gathers necessary materials and performs layout per specifications.

• Sets up welding machine and adjusts settings.

• Operates welding gun to weld steel, aluminum, copper, etc., pieces together.

• Visually examines welds for adherence to quality standards; rewelds defective joints and removes surplus slag, flux, and spatter using a brush, pad, buffer and/or grinder.

• Operates cutting torch and manual plasma cutter as needed.

• Applies weld stencil and notifies Lead person or Inspector when product is ready for inspection.

• Performs ongoing housekeeping duties to keep work area clear of scrap and debris.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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