Welder - RedGuard Diversified Structures

A Welder I is responsible for the welding and final installation of steel components in the production of residential and commercial storm shelters, engineered metal buildings, and other industrial buildings. In this role, you will be required to work with cranes, jigs, torches, plasma, hand tools, and welding machines on a continual basis as well as meeting RGDS Quality Standards. As a Welder, you are integral in supporting RedGuard Diversified Structures' goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

• Proficiently welds components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Prepares and sets up materials for welding, including using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Operates welding equipment, including power tools and material handling equipment like overhead cranes
• Maintains schedule and budgets for the task at hand and the overall project.
• Cross-trains and uses additional trade skills in multiple stages of the manufacturing process as assigned.
• Follows established safety and security rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area and environment.

• Capable of passing weld tests with proven experience in Short Arc and Spray Arc MIG welding.
• Knowledge of proper welding techniques.
• Work in such a way as to create limited scrap or rework and work to continually improve the quality level.
• Basic math skills with the ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to pass company-required welding certifications.
• Ability to successfully use the following hand tools: grinders, tape measure, squares, come-a-longs, torches, plasma, and other tools specific for the job task.
• Basic computer skills.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and twisting of body parts throughout the day.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: viewing a computer terminal; reading blueprints; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and fabrication/welding of parts at distances close to the eyes. The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• The worker is exposed to adverse environmental conditions, such as hot and cold climates, dusty, and noisy areas.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please provide a brief description of your reasonable accommodation to accommodations@lange.us.com

Department/Division: Plant

Reports to: Plant Manager

Location: Thomasville, GA

Overtime: As Required

Position Type/Hours: Full-time | M-F | 8:00a - 5:00p

Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

RedGuard builds modular solutions that protect lives and assets. It is made up of innovative product lines and company divisions in the area of modular safe structures, most with threat mitigation. It is the leading authority in blast resistance and a world leader in providing safe, customizable and scalable modular buildings. The company's dedication to meet each of its customer's unique needs-from initial design to installation and beyond-combined with its unsurpassed standards for quality and overall safety makes it the go-to manufacturer in several industries.

RedGuard is driven by a passion for product innovation, and developing turnkey solutions that raise the bar in both personalization and protection for customers across industries and around the globe. It is dedicated to five key disciplines: concept, design, build, install and operation. Its success across industries has led some of the world's largest organizations to trust their employees' lives to RedGuard's products and brands.

For more information, visit https://redguard.com/

RedGuard Diversified Structures is a trusted provider of structures for severe weather and asset protection. Our two brands, Survive-A-Storm Shelters and Matador Steel Buildings, offer comprehensive safety solutions for families and businesses. Our tornado shelters are debris and impact-tested through the Texas Tech Wind Institute to ensure safety, and they bear the seal of the National Storm Shelter Association. Matador Steel Buildings offer rugged steel pole barn structures to protect your assets. We prioritize safety and quality by using high-quality steel manufactured in the USA. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, RedGuard Diversified Structures is the trusted choice for protective structures.

For more information, visit https://redguarddiversifiedstructures.com/