Weld Specialist 2nd Shift

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Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.  

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.   

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.   

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.  



Weld Specialist 2nd Shift

Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a Fabricator/Welding Specialist in our newest Kimball, TN facility. For over 160 years MWP’s manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.

 

Job Description:

Mueller’s manufacturing commitment ensures one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily.  Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.  As a Fabricator/Welding Specialist, you will be responsible for various welding and fabrication activities of structural sheet metal products and other fabrication processes on various materials.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Fabrication/fitting and welding of components.
• Accurately interpret blueprints and associated AWS weld symbols.
• Lifts, positions, and removes work pieces from machines to assist in fitting and welding.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions as required.
• Leads or assists in layout activities.
• Cleans, grinds, and prepares material for fabrication, welding, painting, or shipping, including weld passivation.
• Monitor assigned machinery, tools, and equipment while performing routine cleaning and maintenance.
• Follow quality standards using typical industrial gauging methods.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes with approved rigging methods as directed.
• Assembly and paint-related duties may be necessary as production demands.

• Maintain continuity among work shifts in pass off procedure by documenting actions, irregularities, and continuing operational needs, as well as communicating issues or irregularities to appropriate team lead or supervisor.
• Maintain appropriate operational documentation, including production and quality logs.
• Keep work area and department clean and organized.

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to all relevant safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations and flagging any equipment or safety issues to the appropriate team lead, supervisor, maintenance, or EHS personnel utilizing “Stop, Call, Wait” procedure.
• Perform other routine duties as directed.

 

Required Skills:

• Strong personal commitment to safety standards in industrial and/or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to pass periodic weld testing.
• Must be proficient in MIG, TIG, and SMAW weld processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabricate from those prints.
• Must be able to weld similar and dissimilar materials.
• Able to distinguish correct filler wire required for specialty metals.
• Ability to proficiently use cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinders, and iron worker.
• Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of part.
• Knowledge of welding principles and techniques.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Welding Specialists may be required to achieve nuclear welding certification for nuclear products.
• Overhead crane and rigging experience.

 

 

Required Education/Experience:

• Must have high school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. 
• 10+ years welding experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment – OR – 2+ years welding experience working directly with Mueller products.

 

 

Preferred:

• AWS certification a plus

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment. 
• Ability to correctly wear a PAPR/respirator when necessary while working in weld area.
• Ability to use hands to handle, feel, or manipulate objects with fingers.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach within hands and/or arm’s length.
• Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, and crouch. 
• Ability to frequently reach overhead or at or below shoulder level.
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders or steps, as required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects between 25 and 50 pounds in weight in all directions.
• Ability to remain in stationary or standing position for prolonged periods and to alternate between positions as necessary.
• Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Ability to perform close visual inspections of products, which may include specific vision requirements.
• Ability to work in an open warehouse environment, subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold).
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and other similar and advanced industrial equipment and tools.







Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department. 





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