Welder II - 2nd Shift

Location

Riceville, IA

Wage

$21 – $29.12/hr

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

TIG Welding
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Posted on August 18, 2026

Job Description

Overview

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Company, is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. The Welder II position involves operating welding equipment to build high-quality parts and products while ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Operate welding equipment to build high-quality parts and finished products.
  • Weld and rework various products using different techniques.
  • Heat and form metal parts using hand tools and welding equipment.
  • Operate an overhead crane to maneuver parts safely.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Train and work in various areas of production as needed.
  • Position, assemble, and weld metal parts according to blueprints.
  • Operate robot/Tube welder and troubleshoot as necessary.
  • Perform rework on raw materials and finished machines.

Requirements

  • One year of applicable position experience or evaluated equivalent.
  • Passed weld test through pre-employment or internal program.
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Knowledge of at least three weld stations and ability to train others.
  • Ability to perform job tasks with minimal quality defects.
  • Willingness to learn to change own wire.
  • Class A/B surface welding proficiency.
  • Ability to weld on a truck chassis (Dodge Center only).
  • Understanding of quality defects in welds.

Benefits

(No benefits explicitly mentioned)

Additional Information

  • Routine shift hours with infrequent overtime or weekend work.
  • Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload.

Benefits

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