Fabrication Welding Trainer will lead the onboarding and basic welding development of entry-level structural steel welders. This role requires a personable, disciplined leader who can uphold SME Steel’s standards while making unbiased, business-driven decisions to support the team’s success and long-term company performance and goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Collaborate with HR to attract, assess, and select candidates for entry-level welding positions and all other open positions withing the Pocatello facility.

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Conduct interviews, practical evaluations, and onboarding in a fair and consistent manner

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Maintain a neutral, objective approach ensuring hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, performance, and current business needs

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Promote a professional and inclusive work environment during onboarding and during their time in the training department.

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Deliver structured hands-on training in Flux-Cored (FCAW), Metal-Cored (MCAW), Gas-Shielded Metal Cored (GMAW-C) Welding processes.

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Teach reading of blueprints and welding symbols, as well as proper use of fabrication tool.

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Reinforce SME Steel’s safety, quality, and production expectations

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Provide constructive feedback based on observed performance and objective criteria to the plant manager

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Mentor new hires, support to be successful, and adapt the culture.

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Track progress, certify their readiness for production, and recommend advancement based on clear consistent data that is collected during their time in the training department

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Performs other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to perform each essential duty daily.

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5+ years of structural steel welding experience, with leadership or training background, SME Steel experience standard preferred.

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Clear understanding of industry standards, drawings, symbols, and SME inspection processes.

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills with professional manners.

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Proven ability to coach and develop entry-level employees in a respectful, non-biased way

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.

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Familiar with the Tekla EPM Go program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis in conjunction with the official Company doctor and clinic.

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Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 65 pounds occasionally.

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Must be able to stand, kneel, bend, twist, and reach for extended periods.

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Physically fit to work in an industrial environment and tolerate exposure to varying physical conditions.

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Must be able to work extended hours when necessary.

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Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate tools, equipment, and safety devices.

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Tolerance to loud noises, vibrations, dust, heat, and fumes within a fabrication shop environment.

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Ability to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) includes safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, high visibility clothing, and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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Industrial warehouse and manufacturing environment with heavy machinery, and overhead cranes.

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Strict adherence to safety procedures and use of PPE is mandatory at all times.

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Frequent interaction with production staff, supervisors, safety personnel, and quality control teams.

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Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, depending on seasonal conditions.

ABOUT US:

SME Steel Contractors has provided comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection since 1992 and is one of the largest fabricators/erectors of structural steel in the United States. Driven to be different from all others, SME is a division 5 company with a commitment to safety, value, and innovation. Visit https://smesteel.com/ to learn more. SME Steel Contractors is a division of SME Industries, Inc.

Why Join Us?

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Health and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.

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Financial Benefits including competitive compensation and 401(k) plan.

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Additional Benefits including Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Position Responsibilities:This job posting reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this position at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SME Industries, Inc. and its divisions (SME Steel Contractors, Southwest Steel, CoreBrace, DuraFuse, and SME Logistics) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.

Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Health insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

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