CSI is currently recruiting for an experienced lead person/welder to lead a field crew in performing installation services for our sanitary process systems at customer sites. Welding job duties include TIG welding, grinding, polishing, and operation of forklifts, torches, saws, drills, and other equipment. Accurate reading of tape, scale, blueprints, drawings, and schematics is required. Assist with pipe fitting as needed.

Our install teams are the face of CSI to our customers. Being committed to safety on the job and representing the company well are important elements of this position. As a working lead, you are also responsible for oversight of the field installation of sanitary process systems, which requires leadership and coaching skills. Overnight and/or weekend travel is necessary and, at times, may be as much as 100%. A valid Class E driver’s license, or ability to obtain one, is required. Travel is either by air or company vehicles.

The company provides the required tools, travel and hotel accommodations, meals and other miscellaneous expenses. We offer great benefits, including an option for free medical coverage, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Field installation positions are very active and require constant standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 75 pounds with assistance. Visual acuity is required to perform work using close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may be exposed to environmental factors typical of welding and field installation. Working outside or in non-climate controlled environments may be required. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, such as fall protection, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes.

About Our Company

CSI offers 40 years of experience providing state-of- the-art stainless steel process equipment and service for the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. Our desire is, and always has been, to create an environment where employees feel valued and choose to make life-long careers. We offer excellent benefits and compensation package.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource which is why we are committed to investing in our team. We offer a wide range of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning and continuing education support. We also enjoy hosting company luncheons, casual Fridays, a wellness program and providing opportunities for volunteering in local community charitable events!

Salary: $33 - $40 an hour

Required Skills:

• Strong attention to detail is necessary to complete work as required.
• Must possess a good understanding of welding techniques and the ability to apply those techniques to create quality work for the customer.
• Pride of ownership and accepting responsibility for work performed are key personal characteristics.
• Ability to effectively lead and coach others is critical.

Required Experience:

• TIG Welding experience, required
• 2-3 years sanitary tube welding, required
• Pipe fitting, preferred
• Operation of basic construction equipment, preferred
• Fork lift
• Drill motor Plasma torch Scissor lift Saw
• Experience working at customers’ facilities, preferred
• Experience in a lead position is desired

CSI has a long standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or individuals with disability. U.S. federal law requires completion of employment eligibility verification upon hire. CSI participates in E-Verify. Must have the right to work in the United States.