1st Shift Welder

Job Description:

ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 300 global manufacturer with approximately 44,000 employees across 51 countries. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative, customer-focused solutions in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and electronics.

Our success is driven by our differentiated business model comprised of our unique core capabilities: our 80/20 approach, customer-back innovation, and our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW—and key to our longevity and strong performance. Our products and solutions are at work all over the world, and we are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.

ITW Commercial Construction North America (CCNA), a division of ITW, includes trusted brands like Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA®, serving professional contractors since 1910. We design and manufacture innovative fastening, and concrete flatwork solutions for concrete, drywall, metal buildings, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications.

We’re committed to operational excellence, responsive service, and continuous product innovation—always focused on meeting the evolving needs of the commercial construction industry.

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We are currently looking for a Welder on 1st shift to join our team! This individual will be based in Charlotte, NC and will be responsible for basic welding to produce per quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs ordinary and repetitive hand welding operations.
• Operates Welding equipment, regulates current and voltage for proper fusion of metals.
• Selects size and type of rod or wire appropriate for metal and welding application.
• Makes decisions consistent with priorities set forth by Production Manager or Plant Manager.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as needed for daily production goals.
• Follows all safety policies, rules, and best practices.
• Facilitates learning/training through a variety of delivery methods including hands-on, and one-on-one to welders of varying skill levels.
• Ability to communicate the process of welding plates in alignment with your current position title.
• Tests and troubleshoots production line units.
• Reviews present equipment, production procedures and makes recommendations that may improve productivity and reduce operation cost.
• Communicates all issues to Production Manager or Plant Manager to obtain additional resources, or resolutions.
• Prioritizes and maintains workflow and ensures use of proper tools and materials.
• Interacts with teammates to resolve problems that interfere with productivity and our culture of respect, trust, and integrity.
• Documents actions by completing quality assurance forms consistently and accurately.
• Accurately reports daily production.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Tack Welding experience preferred
• Experience in use of hand tools, including battery powered hand tools, and pneumatic tools
• Manufacturing experience highly preferred (setup, operate, and knowledge of preventative maintenance)
• Focus on quality control
• Clear ability to communicate & instruct on welding assembly
• Team player – able to collaborate with colleagues
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please click here for  information on how to contact us directly.

Compensation Information:

$22.00/ hour

In addition to a competitive salary, employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance programs, 401(k) plan with a company match and additional employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off. More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/.

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. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.