Sign-On and Relocation Bonus Available

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus; 50% paid after 30 days and 50% paid after 6 months of employment.

In addition, candidates relocating from more than 50 miles from Red Bud, IL facility are eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus to help cover moving expenses. Employees must remain employed for 12 months to retain the relocation bonus.

Starting pay is $24.50 - $30.00 based on applicant skill and experience level. 

Annual review with opportunity for pay increase based on performance. Annual Bonus based on performance. Interview includes hands-on welding test. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Consistently weld structural and carbon steel in 3G, 4G, and 2F fillet weld using FCAW, GMAW, and GMAW-spray. 
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits including, but not limited to: forklifts, overhead cranes, etc. 
• Advanced knowledge of lay out, positioning, aligning, and securing parts and assemblies prior to assembly. 
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications. 
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade. 
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. 
• Consistently pass non-destructive (x-ray, etc.) examinations of FCAW welds on required products. 
• Regular attendance in accordance with the attendance policy. 
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements. 

NOWLEDGE / SKILL / ABILITY / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: 

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred. 
• Certification or degree in welding from a technical school program strongly preferred. 
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of welding experience is strongly preferred. 
• Meets all Structural Welder I requirements on a consistent basis. 
• Ability to pass Roeslein’s welding certifications for structural is required; includes ability to FCAW weld in 3G (vertical) & 4G (overhead) position and to pass a visual and bend test.  
• Must be able to consistently execute high quality FCAW, GMAW, GMAW-spray welds.   
• Ability to read blue print drawings at an intermediate level is required. 
• Strong math skills are required. 
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required. 
• High level of energy and motivation. 
• Ability to work flexible hours including, but not limited to, frequent and mandatory overtime, and some voluntary Saturdays, as included in our schedule. 
• Must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management, in a team environment. 
• Must comply with Roeslein’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.