f you would like to be a part of an exceptional company that is stable, forward thinking and family-friendly, please consider joining our team. Wilkens Manufacturing, Inc. has been “Taking Big Steps for Our Customers Success” since 1973 and since that time Wilkens Manufacturing has prided itself on being the leader of the Walking Floor® & self unloading trailer industry.

If you are looking for the opportunity to be a part of our growing and successful company, Wilkens Manufacturing, Inc. is now accepting applications for Welders in our Production Department. Applying candidate must be a team player with a good work ethic. 

Summary:
Under minimal direction, read and interpret drawings and work instructions. Weld components at an acceptable rate to produce fabricated parts and assemblies.

Job Duties:
• Determines proper weld requirements from prints, work orders, and instructions
• Sets up components for welding according to specifications
• Operates angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Welds or tack welds metal parts together using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of arc welding processes
• Sets up weld machine to the correct settings to achieve proper penetration.
• Ignites torch and regulates flow of gas and air to obtain desired temperature, size, and color of flame.
• Tests and inspects work pieces for defects ensuring work order and print specifications are met prior to sending to next operation
• Removes weld splatter from parts
• Moves work piece and final assemblies by means of overhead crane; Signals material handlers to move final assemblies to next production operation
• Performs daily checks of weld machine and keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly

Job Requirements:
• Proven experience as welder. MIG experience preferred
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Must demonstrate good math skills
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Ability to follow directions, read welding gauges, and operate overhead cranes
Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when required. While performing duties, employee is regularly required to stand, walk, twist, grasp, lift, and reach. Vision abilities require good close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Wilkens Manufacturing, Inc. offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits for our full-time positions, including but not limited to a 4 day work week!

To apply, please go to www.wilkensusa.com and fill out the online application or stop by our location at 1480 Hwy 183 Stockton, KS 67669.

Pay Range: $17.00/hr through $22.00/hr