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Job title:  Welder - Swing Shift

Job family:  Manufacturing
Business area:  Environment & Energy
Contract location: 

Ruston, LA, US, 71270

Working location:  Ruston
Location type:  Office Location / Office-based
Contract type:  Permanent
Job description: 

 

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

 

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 3:30 PM–2:00 AM
Experience: 0–3 years
Level: Welder I or Welder II, depending on experience
Pay: Competitive hourly wage plus shift differential

 

About the Role

ANDRITZ is looking for a Welder – Swing Shift to join our manufacturing team. This position is open to both developing and experienced welders, with the opportunity to be hired as a Welder I or Welder II based on experience and skill level.

In this role, you will weld and fabricate metal components and equipment using blueprints and specifications while maintaining high standards for safety and quality.

 

What You'll Do

  • Perform welding using processes such as MIG/GMAW, Flux-Core/FCAW, and Stick/SMAW.
  • Weld carbon steel and stainless-steel components.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and fabrication drawings.
  • Set up and fit components and equipment for welding.
  • Perform tack welding, stitch welding, and other welding techniques as required.
  • Use oxy/acetylene and plasma cutting equipment.
  • Prep materials by measuring, cutting, drilling, deburring, and fitting parts.
  • Adjust amperage, current, and gas flow based on the material and welding process.
  • Inspect completed work and follow established quality standards.
  • Safely use common fabrication tools and equipment.
  • Follow ANDRITZ safety requirements and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
  • Work collaboratively with other team members to complete projects safely and efficiently.

 

What We're Looking For

 

Required

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 0–3 years of welding experience.
  • Welding experience or hands-on welding education/training.
  • Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals.
  • Ability to accurately use a tape measure and common shop tools.
  • Ability to learn and follow blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety.
  • Ability to work Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM.

 

Preferred

  • Experience with MIG, Flux-Core, and/or Stick welding.
  • Carbon steel and stainless-steel welding experience.
  • Blueprint and print-reading experience.
  • Manufacturing, fabrication, or steel-processing experience.
  • Welding certificate, technical school, or trade-school training.

 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and bend, stoop, crouch, walk, climb, and balance as needed.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment around moving equipment, welding fumes, forklifts, electricity, and moderate noise.
  • Ability to work at heights using ladders or manlifts when required.

 

Why Join ANDRITZ?

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in welding and fabrication or bring existing welding experience to a skilled manufacturing team. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while working on hands-on fabrication projects in a safety-focused environment.

 

Swing shift employees receive a shift differential in addition to their regular hourly wage.

 

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID:  23867


Nearest Major Market: Monroe

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