Welder Lead

About the role

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.   Arcosa Wind Towers is searching for a Lead Welder. Under the direction of the supervisor, the Lead Welder provides training, guidance and direction to assigned employees in an efficient, clean, safe and cost-effective manner in order to achieve the goals and key performance metrics in line with the organization's objectives. You will use jigs/fixtures to lay-out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics or work orders using manual, semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment to join, surface, fabricate and repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.  You may also be required to inspect completed work for conformance to specifications and perform maintenance to equipment.   Location: Newton, IA   What you’ll do: Proficiently perform flat welding Proficiently operate torch Lay-out and mark weld points Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications using measuring devices Complete and maintain all required records Proficiently perform carbon arcing Perform multi-pass welding Coach and train lower level welders Proficiently read blueprints Provide training, guidance and direction to assigned employees in an efficient, clean, safe and cost-effective manner Maintain attendance within acceptable standards   What you’ll need: Preferred Experience: 10 Years Welding Certifications: Grinding, GMAW, Flux Core, SAW, Plasma, Arc Gouging Must understand and know all Weld Procedures and Weld Maps Must be able to train according to Weld Procedures and Weld Maps Education: High School Diploma or GED Read, write and speak proficiently in English Strong interpersonal communicator, good listener and open to feedback Technical Skills Read Tape Measure Visual Inspection Blueprint Reading Maintenance on Welding Equipment   Working Conditions: Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds. This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant   Safety Activities: Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required Know and follow all safety rules and procedures. Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.   As an important member of the team, you will be  responsible  for: Activating the potential of our people, Caring for our customers, Optimizing operations and Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.   Safety Sensitive:  Yes   Benefits: Health & Pharmacy Dental & Vision Critical Illness Flexible Spending Accounts Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance 401(k) W/Company Match Short-Term Disability Voluntary Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program