Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings, Inc. is a privately held $1.9 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers and sourcing offices worldwide in the automotive, fencing, hardware, and power equipment sectors. Headquartered in Long Grove, Illinois we have over 40 factories on three continents, including 2.1 million square feet of U.S. distribution and manufacturing space.  We provide our customers with a full range of services including U.S. and overseas engineering, quality assurance, logistic and distribution support, strategic warehousing, bi-lingual sourcing, product development, and marketing. MAT is a family of companies and products providing employment opportunities with more than 14,000 employees in 12 countries. 

Job Description

Are you tired of working nights? Tired of working weekends? How about a $1000 Sign on Bonus!? Come join the MAT Industries Inc. team and work for a growing AIR CONDITIONED manufacturing company, where you can be OFF almost every SATURDAY and SUNDAY.  MAT Industries Inc. is a leading manufacturer of air compressors in the Jackson community located at 213 Industrial Dr., Jackson, TN 38301. 

Welder positions starting at $20.75/hour and higher based on your experience & $ 2.50 Shift differential.

In-person interviews for qualified candidates taking place now!

Job Description

Come be a part of a company where work/life balance is part of our everyday culture! MAT has an opening for 2nd SHIFT, which runs MONDAY - THURSDAY 3:30 pm to 2:00 am.  Should overtime be available, it will be scheduled on Fridays. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision and disability insurance as well as paid vacation, sick days and 8 paid holidays and are eligible for a yearly bonus.

We look forward to seeing you at MAT Industries!

• Welding in a fast paced assembly style environment.

• Mig welding multiple attachments -12 gauge to .179" brackets and tubing.

• Most welding positions require passing ASME Certification requiring 6" vertical down weld with full penetration on .094 material with a gap of .052". Welded plate root and cover bent to verify no defects in weld. Welds cannot have any defects such as porosity, undercut, concave, etc. Welds must be to code and cosmetically acceptable. Follow all safety regulations and encourage co-workers to follow safety regulations.

• Follow all company policies and procedures and encourage co-workers to follow company policies and procedures.

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.

• Gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding.

• Assemble and mig weld parts in accordance with blueprints, drawings and verbal instruction.

• Conduct quality inspections of work.

• Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.

• Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits on production items.

• Provide data to assist in monitoring and tracking project status.

• Assist in training of junior employees, inspecting their work.

• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.

• Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.

• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques.

• Actively participate in the development of a LEAN manufacturing culture.

• May perform various duties that do not always require hand welding. Welders could be assigned to operate various pieces of welding and non-welding equipment to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Relevant experience in MIG welding and must pass on-site MIG weld test.

• Be able to work as scheduled

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.