Welder 1

Company Description

Gaylord Industries, a leader in kitchen ventilation for over 75 years, is known for its durable systems and innovative approach, focusing on energy efficiency and labor optimization. Our products are certified to meet North American safety standards through Intertek's ETL Certification program. We prioritize relationships, with a responsive team dedicated to meeting the needs of consultants and foodservice operators.

Gaylord Industries is part of the ITW Food Equipment Group, which includes prominent brands like Vulcan, Wolf, Hobart, and more. This group is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., a Fortune 200 global industrial manufacturer with a presence in 56 countries and over 50,000 employees, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.

Job Description

Position reports to Team Leader or Production Supervisor of the business unit. Direction is given where a definite objective is set up requiring the use of a wide range of procedures. Employees will have frequent contact with people in the same and other departments.

• Fabricate, assemble and TIG weld and finish associated stainless steel equipment and components from blueprints, sketches and verbal direction.
• Work to gain knowledge and new techniques to improve and increase productivity.
• Follow all safety and housekeeping rules.
• Actively participate in Safety Program
• Follow company policies.
• Cross train into other areas and job functions as needed.
• Willing to assist in other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age requirement is 18 years.
• Successful completion of an internal welding demonstration test
• 6+ months basic TIG welding experience required.
• Demonstrate basic TIG welding, grinding and finishing skills (demonstration Rec'd).
• Basic assembly skills.
• Working knowledge of the following tools: air or electric tools, drill press, and various hand tools.
• Proficiently read and use a tape measure.
• Read and understand English in order to read/interpret prints, diagrams and drawings.
• Proficient math skills.
• Must be a team player, including good interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited two-year welder's training program
• Experience with sheet metal manufacturing
• Experience working in a production environment
• Forklift experience. *Gaylord certification will be required.

Additional Information

*Your rate will depend on experience and results of welding test.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

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