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Build precision. Create quality. Join an industry leader.
The Bradbury Co., Inc. is a world leader in roll forming and coil processing equipment, serving customers across the globe from our headquarters in Moundridge, Kansas. As a family-owned company with more than 350 employees, we combine cutting-edge manufacturing with the values of a close-knit team.
If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy working from blueprints, and want to be part of a stable company that invests in its employees, we'd like to hear from you.
Summary
Lay out, fits, and welds fabricated components to assemble structural frames such as machinery bases. Provide a quality product for our customer.
Location
Moundridge, KS
Hours
5:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday - Friday
What You'll Do
- Fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel components used in world-class roll forming and coil processing equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, welding specifications, bills of material, and work instructions.
- Plan work sequences and determine the most efficient methods for layout, fit-up, assembly, and welding.
- Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on a variety of fabricated steel components, including multi-pass welds when required.
- Set up and operate welding equipment, weld positioners, robotic welding equipment, and related fabrication tools.
- Position, align, clamp, bolt, and tack-weld components to ensure proper fit and dimensional accuracy.
- Inspect completed work to verify compliance with print specifications, weld quality standards, and customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot fit-up and fabrication issues and collaborate with teammates and supervisors to identify solutions.
- Repair, modify, and rework fabricated components as needed.
- Safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes/hoists, grinders, press brakes, shears, and other shop equipment.
- Cross-train in other manufacturing areas to support production needs and expand skills.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
Required:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, shop drawings, and fabrication specifications.
- Working knowledge of MIG (GMAW) welding processes.
- Ability to accurately use measuring and inspection tools, including tape measures, calipers, combination squares, protractors, and weld gauges.
- Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and measurement conversions.
- Ability to work independently while meeting quality and production expectations.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred:
- Experience welding and fabricating structural steel or heavy equipment components.
- Experience with robotic welding systems.
- Forklift and overhead crane experience.
- Previous experience in a custom manufacturing or job shop environment.
Education & Experience
- Technical school, vocational training, or welding certification preferred.
- Previous MIG welding and fabrication experience preferred.
- Experience performing multi-pass welding on heavy plate steel is a plus, but we are willing to train motivated candidates with the right attitude and mechanical aptitude.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to lift, move, and position materials in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical work throughout the shift.
- Must provide basic hand tools.
- Mechanical aptitude and a desire to continuously develop welding and fabrication skills.
- Flexibility to work in different production areas as business needs require.
- Reliable attendance and commitment to teamwork.
- Commitment to workplace safety and following established procedures.
What Makes YOU Successful Here
- You take pride in producing quality work.
- You value safety and accountability.
- You show up ready to contribute every day.
- You enjoy solving fabrication challenges and continuously improving your skills.
- You work well with teammates while remaining self-motivated.
What we will Provide
Stability You Can Count On
- Family-owned company with a long history of success
- Global industry leader headquartered right here in Moundridge
- Strong culture focused on quality, innovation, and employee development
Excellent Benefits
- Competitive pay based on performance and knowledge
- Here’s what it could look like:
- 2 – 3 Years of Experience: $24.00 – 26.00/hour
- 4 – 6 Years of Experience: $26.00 – 29.00/hour
- 7+ Years of Experience: $29.00 – 35.00/hour
- Here’s what it could look like:
- Annual performance evaluations
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- No waiting period for benefits eligibility
- Coverage begins the first of the month following your first day of employment
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
- PTO starts on Day 1 with 80 hoursÂ
- Paid holidays
- $175 annual safety shoe allowance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Reduced-fee childcare through Cradle to Crayons in Moundridge
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