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hiwt@welding.org HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY

SCHUETTE METALS

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With all this, is it any wonder that Schuette Metals needs
quality training like that offered by Hobart Institute?

“We are always looking for good welders who can work
in a modern, fast-paced manufacturing setting,” said
Dean Peterson, Schuette’s HR manager. “In fact, we need
welders right now to fill various positions.”

While employment requirements can change on a daily
basis, Schuette Metals is currently seeking welders at the
time this article is being written.
• Repetitive welder: Someone to weld
miscellaneous parts per customer specifications.
This position requires proper job set-up skills,
equipment knowledge, visual inspection skills,
the ability to work with a variety of metals and
the ability to read/understand basic blueprints. A
positive attitude is also necessary for this fast-
paced work environment.
• Layout/Welder for specialty fabrication: We are Welding at Schuette Metals.
looking for someone with experience, knowledge “We’re very encouraged about the future,” said Randy Ruder,
and understanding of a large variety of metals. It Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Schuette Metals.
is important for this person to be capable of weld “We made it through this recession and managed to keep busy.
requirements for large weldments and skilled in As the economy continues to improve, our outlook remains
working with all facets of gas-metal arc welding. extremely positive. We plan to grow.”
Strong math skills and a mechanical background
along with a complete understanding of all types Future plans for Schuette Metals calls for continued growth
of prints, the capability of transferring information and expansion of facilities.
from the print to actual fabrication and assembly.
Will be responsible for completing inspection reports
required by our customers, providing timely and
accurate job information for costing
purposes.

Schuette is also looking for a person with
robotic welding experience and all the abilities
that accompany the position. Persons interested
in these and other positions should go to the
Schuette Metals website: www.schuettemetals.
com for more information. Hobart Institute
graduates are welcome to apply.

So what’s the typical wage for welders at
Schuette Metals?

“We pay welders a very competitive wage.
Entry-level welders start at approximately
$15.00 per hour,” explained Peterson. “The
bottom line is, if you’re willing to work,
Schuette Metals will provide you with a great
work environment and pay to match.”

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