Welder II

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

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Position Summary

Fabricate metal components by manual machining and welding. Also capable of CNC machining and waterjet operations.

Position Responsibilities      

• Weld using TIG and MIG processes on steel and aluminum of various grades.
• Fabricate, form, and press metals to shape using rolling, bending, and stamping equipment.
• Weld airtight connections
• Operate band saws, drill presses, and other manual machining equipment.
• Create product based on work orders and drawings. 
• Use wide range of precision measuring instruments to maintain a close tolerance.
• Complete reports, issue material to work order as required, file prints.
• Support maintenance and engineering in custom welding operations.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose welding equipment and quality issues.
• Load and run multiple CNC machining centers as required.
• Basic waterjet setup and run.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

• Proven welding proficiency
• Ability to create cosmetic and flush welds.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, including Weld symbols.
• Proficient in part inspection, including use of calipers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and micrometers.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Team player.
• Effective time management to produce parts efficiently.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication skills (written and oral).
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of ISO9001 and LEAN
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Fast learner. Able to pick up new processes quickly.
• 3-5 Years experience welding.

Education and Certification

• Two (2) year machine trade school in welding or equivalent experience

Compensation Range for the Position:

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance

• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents

• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates

• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.