Location: Urbana, OH
Job Title: Welder – 1st Shift

Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures, power distribution, climate control, and IT infrastructure, as well as software and services. The company is a member of the Friedhelm Loh Group, a successful international player with 18 production plants, 80 subsidiaries, and 12,000 employees.

Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.

Why work at Rittal:

• Opportunity for growth and training
• Benefit starts the 1st of the month after you start. Low cost & low deductible. 
• Compensation: $23-27/HR based on experience

Primary Activities/Duties:

• Perform MIG welding operations to support the production schedule.
• Weld base frames and other metal components according to specifications.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards.
• Meet or exceed targets for quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with peers and supervisors to maintain workflow.
• Participate in weekly Rittal Production System (RPS) meetings.
• Continuously improve welding skills and overall competencies.
• Support and drive 6S activities to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of welding experience or completion of a certified welding training program.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with basic welding tools, techniques, and safety procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand at the weld station throughout the work shift.
• Walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the shift.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25–40 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to changing assignments and multitask effectively.

• Wear Safety-toed footwear
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Hearing protection
• Welding hood and protective clothing

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and welding areas with exposure to heat, sparks, fumes, and noise.