Welder B

Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a packaging and distribution center, Florida's only rice mill, a compost facility, and one of the largest renewable power plants of its kind in the U.S., which uses sugarcane fiber to generate eco-friendly energy that powers its sugar operations. Florida Crystals owns one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified® farms in the U.S. and its Florida Crystals® products are the only ROC™ sugar grown and milled sugar in the country. Florida Crystals owns ASR Group International, Inc., a holding company that conducts operations through its subsidiaries. The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. Florida Crystals is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Learn more at www.FloridaCrystalsCorp.com.

Overview

The Welder B is a mid-level skilled role responsible for performing welding, fabrication, and repair work on heavy equipment, agricultural machinery, and structural components. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining established safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform layout, cutting, welding, and repair of heavy and/or farm equipment
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders accurately
• Execute welding tasks using various processes, including electrode (stick) and acetylene welding
• Weld in multiple positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead)
• Repair and fabricate metal components to required specifications
• Inspect welds for accuracy, strength, and compliance with standards
• Maintain welding tools, equipment, and work areas in safe working condition
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet production goals

Qualification Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality of work
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Technical Requirements

Must successfully pass a B-Grade Welding Test, demonstrating proficiency in:

• Layout, cutting, welding, and repair of heavy or farm equipment
• Reading and working from blueprints and technical drawings
• Use of welding equipment, tools, and supplies
• Welding test coupons to required standards
• Advanced use of welding tools
• Welding in multiple positions
• Acetylene and electrode (stick) welding

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in heavy equipment or agricultural repair
• Additional welding certifications
• Familiarity with shop and field repair environments

Working Conditions

• Work performed in shop and/or outdoor environments
• Exposure to noise, heat, welding fumes, and heavy machinery
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to work in confined or awkward positions as needed

Performance Expectations

• Consistently meets quality and productivity standards
• Adheres strictly to safety protocols
• Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and teamwork
• Produces work that meets or exceeds welding code requirements

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.