Welder - 1st Shift

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

As a Welder you will be responsible to weld all ferrous and non-ferrous metals using GMAW, GTAW, Soldering and Brazing for the purpose of manufacturing STERIS product.

Shift: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:00am-11:00am

What You Will Do As a Welder

• Set-up and operate welding equipment (GMAW, GTAW, Brazing, Soldering and Stud Welding) using prescribed methods and procedures to weld parts within acceptable tolerances and standards.
• Ability to build weldments through manual layout process, when required.
• Read and interpret STERIS welding blueprints, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) including standard welding symbols, travelers, and other working documents.
• Use required measuring instruments and gages to check and ensure parts meet dimensional requirements.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and written, with Engineers, Quality personnel, supervisors, and fellow team employees.
• Complete all projects, assignments, and duties as directed and instructed by the area supervisor.
• Take responsibility for the quality of all parts by inspecting and immediately reporting any problems, discrepancies/or irregularities to the supervisor.
• Follow 5S methodology to keep machines and work area clean, neat and orderly on a daily basis.
• Assist in training other employees in the welding department.
• Remain safety conscious at all times, wearing all prescribed personal protective equipment and by observing all safety rules stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Complete any and all projects, assignments and duties as directed and instructed.
• Conform to all policies, procedures and rules of conduct as communicated through the Employee Handbook, Bulletin Boards, Newsletters and any other vehicle by which information is distributed by STERIS Management.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal or no supervision if needed.

The Experience, Skills And Abilities

Required:

• High school graduate/GED
• Minimum two years experience ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Must be able to satisfy AMSE welder performance qualification testing in both GMAW and GTAW welding of stainless, mild steel, and aluminum.
• Must be able to read and interpret welding blueprints, including all standard welding symbols.
• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments and gages.
• Must be capable of lifting 40 pounds without assistance.

Other:

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and members of the leadership team.
• Assist with training other operators.
• Ability to make decisions and stay quality focused.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions, both written and oral.
• Ability to adapt to conditions as dictated by business requirements.
• Ability to work with others.
• Willingness to work overtime, if required.

What STERIS Offers

We Value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your heath, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Long/short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-ons benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continues educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is $21.05 - $27.24. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by

• 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.