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Welder, 1st shift - The Toro Company

Toro · Tomah, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you made a mistake on a part. What happened next?

What they are checking: Honesty about errors, which matters more than a perfect record on a production floor.

The shift starts at 6 a.m. with overtime when needed. How do you handle that schedule?

What they are checking: Reliability and attendance, which a team running a production schedule depends on.

What would you do

You notice the fixture you're using is worn and parts aren't sitting right. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and tell the supervisor right away, as the posting requires, instead of welding bad parts.

About the work

This job starts with a weld test. What welding processes and positions are you most confident in?

What they are checking: An honest read of their real skill level before they pick up the torch.

Walk me through how you read a blueprint or 3D model before you start a weld.

What they are checking: Whether they can pull dimensions, weld symbols and fit-up details from drawings on their own.

What do you check on fit-up and alignment before you strike an arc?

What they are checking: Whether they prevent bad welds early instead of trying to fix problems after the fact.

Your welds start showing porosity partway through a shift. What do you check?

What they are checking: Real troubleshooting of gas, wire, settings and material that comes only from time on the job.

How do you inspect your own welds before passing parts down the line?

What they are checking: Ownership of quality, catching undercut, cracks or bad penetration before the next person does.

What does 5S look like in a weld cell to you?

What they are checking: Whether they keep an organized, safe work area as part of the job, not as an afterthought.

What safety habits do you follow every day when welding?

What they are checking: Whether they protect themselves and coworkers from burns, fumes and arc flash without being reminded.

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The full job description

As published by Toro.

Starting Pay: $24.51 per hour 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm with overtime when needed. What Will You Do? In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: • Successfully pass weld tests to demonstrate skill and accuracy. • Read and interpret blueprints and 3D models • Ensure proper alignment and fit-up of parts prior to welding, based on blueprint specifications. • Inspect materials and structures before welding to verify quality and readiness. • Weld components according to blueprint specifications and established procedures. • Monitor the welding process and make necessary adjustments to equipment for optimal results. • Maintain welding equipment and machinery to ensure proper operation. • Maintain accurate inventory of parts and materials within the assigned work area. • Responsible for proper labeling of parts. • Monitor tooling for wear or damage and report repair needs promptly • Notify supervisor immediately of any tooling problems. • Maintain a clean work area according to 5S standards • Maintain a strong focus on safety by following all safety protocols and guidelines. • Other duties as assigned What Do You Need? To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: • High school diploma or GED required. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. • Demonstrated proficiency in M.I.G. welding techniques. • Ability to follow instructions and quickly learn new skills and processes. • Strong commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • Strong interpersonal skills in working with a variety of cross-functional teams. • Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance standards Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following functions for 8 to 10 hours per day. • Standing, walking: Continuous • Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping: Frequent • Reaching Above Shoulder: Frequent • Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.): Occasional • Sitting: Occasional Working • Read/Monitor various equipment/machinery: Continuous • Being around and/or operating moving machinery/equipment: Continuous • Unprotected Heights: N/A • Lifting from 0 to 50 pounds: Occasional • Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials (0-75lbs): Occasional • Operating a vehicle (as part of your job): Occasional Hand Movements: • Simple grasping (right and left): Continuous • Firm grasping (right and left): Continuous • Fine manipulating (right and left): Continuous • Recording data: Occasional • Operating office equipment: Occasional • Operating computer: Occasional • Foot movements to operate foot controls: Frequent Vision: good, close vision, corrected to normal: YES Color Definition Required: YES Hearing:  Good hearing, corrected to normal: YES Mobility:  Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas. • Plant, Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area: Continuous • Office locations: Occasional Basic Mental Requirements: This job requires mental capabilities to efficiently prioritize tasks.  Furthermore, the incumbent must have a high degree of attention to prevent injury to others. Working Conditions and Exposures: Working conditions vary. Exposures include moving equipment/machinery, noise, vibration, heat, and some moderate climate variability. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): This position requires the use of PPE. Safety glasses, hearing protection, footwear with steel-toe and metatarsal guards. Other PPE may be task specific or required based on the job or department: gloves, face shield, high visibility vest, FR clothing, respirator, etc. Training on PPE standards, use, and hazard awareness will be provided. “NOTE:  This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.” The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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