Cardinal AG designs and builds custom, innovative equipment for use in the glass industry. We offer a monthly profit sharing plan, a 4-day workweek, and an immaculate, climate-controlled work environment. We're seeking a Welder to join our team of welders responsible for welding equipment frames and other components as specified by layouts or prints. As a Welder, you'll also paint parts and frames using a spray paint application and perform other welding related tasks such as cutting and grinding.

Essential Functions:

• Welds metal (i.e., steel, aluminum) parts or components together, using welding equipment.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, using welding equipment.
• Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position.
• Cleans or degreases parts, using wire brush or portable grinder.
• Inspects finished workpiece for conformance to specifications; must hold tolerances to .30.
• Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand chisel or portable grinder equipment.
• Positions work pieces and clamps together or assembles in jigs or fixtures.
• Reviews layouts, blueprints, diagrams, or work orders in preparation for welding or cutting metal components.
• Assists with additional tasks such as sawing, painting, moving material and metal preparation.
• Meet weekly production standards set by Cardinal AG management.

• Position requires regular, in-person attendance at the plant.

• Ability to work with and as part of a team including but not limited to the Plant Manager, managers, employees throughout Cardinal, and vendor partnerships.

• Ability to exercise good judgement in decision making, ideas, and all aspects relating to the Spring Green AG team, Cardinal and other company relationships.

• Maintain professional appearance and conduct, exhibiting a respectful and courteous demeanor at all times.

• Continuously perform your job safely:
  • Know and comply with safety policies, standards and procedures that apply to your position.
  • Accept responsibility for your behavior and actions.

  • Actively participate in safety training and safety meetings.

  • Do not knowingly commit unsafe acts.

  • Know and manage your personal limitations.

  • Assess job hazards before beginning work and plan accordingly so the work can be performed safely.

  • Continuously monitor conditions that affect your ability to perform your work safely.

  • Use the correct tools and use them safely.

  • Maintain good housekeeping in your work area.

  • Do not allow job pressures to affect your ability to safely perform your job.

Additional Responsibilities:

• May assist with other duties as needed.
• Accept more challenging assignments as experience and knowledge allows.
• Train others to help them gain knowledge in your strength areas as needed.
• Meet weekly production standards set by Cardinal AG management.

Qualifications:

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Technical degree in welding and/or 1+ years’ work experience preferred
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word

Equipment use and frequency:

• Steel-toed shoes – constantly
• Safety glasses – constantly
• Fork truck – occasionally
• Overhead Crane – occasionally
• Welders - constantly
• Automatic saws - frequently
• Plasma arc – occasionally
• Blow Torch – occasionally
• Ladder - frequently
• Measuring equipment – constantly

Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

Constantly - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Elements:

• Constant standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending, reaching and climbing
• Frequent lifting, carrying and/or pushing objects weighing 50 pounds or less
• Occasional carrying and/or pushing items greater than 50 pounds
• Occasional lifting items weighing greater than 50 pounds
• Occasional kneeling and balancing
• Occasional crawling
• Oral communication
• Ability to see within normal parameters and hear within normal range

Mental Performing Elements:

• Ability to analyze, interpret and calculate data
• Problem solving
• Communicating with various audiences
• Creating written communication
• Ability to read and comprehend
• Ability to teach others as required
• Ability to supervise others as needed