Welder - 1st Shift

Join Polaris Huntsville as a Welder and enjoy a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing environment, welding full frames for side-by-side utility vehicles and Polaris’s Slingshot.

Welders will perform the MiG welding process on mild steelon assembly line or work cell as required to meet all quality standards and specifications. Welders must be able to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Our Weld environment is a 24 / 7 operation. Welders may be asked to work 6-7 days per week.

Experience welding is preferred. If no prior experience, but interested in a welding career, join our team as a and learn to weld with Polaris!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Perform Weld Tasks to Standards

Perform Arc and Mig welding on steelmaterials for RANGER or Slingshot production.

Pass Weld Assessment to standards.

Ability to be trained on Polaris specific weld process standards and arc monitor systems

Safety, Quality, Cost & Delivery Focus

Perform welding tasks based on production schedules.

Maintain a consistent pace throughout the shift with focus on quality.

Inspect all parts prior to and following entering workstations; immediately report non-conformance issues to group leader and / or Supervisor.

Accurately complete paperwork required for production records, includinglabor reporting, move tickets, SPC charts etc.

Perform quality testing and documentation as required.

Follow all safety rules and regulations strictly and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Maintain good housekeeping practices (5S).

Team Player Mentality

Step in and perform tasks on robot welding equipment as required by business need and assigned by supervisor.

Rotate between workstations as assigned.

Maintain regular, reliable attendance.

Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor and / or Group Leader.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE :

18years of age or older.

Basic knowledge of computers.

1 year of manufacturing experience or educational welding experience preferred.

Welding experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and push / pull up to 100 lbs.

Repetitive use of upper extremities.

Ability to bend, twist, turn, kneel, and squat.

Stand and walk up for extended periods of time and reach overhead continuously.

Ability to withstand heat for extended periods of time.

Use air / power / vibrating tools and perform strong, pincher-gripping motions.

Work safely around moving equipment, power tools, and industrial vehicles.

It may be necessary to perform any of these functions up to twelve hours a day.

Welding experience is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Fast paced welding environment

Hot environment

PRE-HIRE TRAINING

We have partnered with the Alabama Department of Commerce to establish a customized training program for candidates seeking employment with Polaris. All candidates for hire seeking hourly roles in our manufacturing operations are required to attend anunpaid training with AIDT. Completion of the training and pre-employment checks identified below, is required before any offer of employment can be finalized.

Base Pay Range : $22.09 - $26.14

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.