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MIG & TIG Welders - 1st - 2nd - & Weekend Shifts Available - Pay up to $28/hr - Dire Hire Direct Hire: - 1st Shift | 7am-3:30pm Monday - Friday + OPTIONAL OT FRONT END OF SHIFT (45-50/hrs. per week) - 2nd Shift | 3:30pm - 2:00am Monday - Thursday (4-10's) + Optional OT on FRIDAY (45-50/hrs. per week) - Weekend Shift (1) Friday - Sunday. 6am to 6pm. Work 36 hours get paid for 40 hours. - Weekend 2nd Shift (0) Friday - Sunday 6p-6a (work 36 hours - paid for 40) + $2.00 Shift Diff Job Description: This role focuses on performing high-quality welding and fabrication on a variety of materials and structural components.
You will interpret blueprints and technical drawings, complete dimensional inspections, and support general shop operations while adhering to safety, quality, and lean manufacturing standards. Responsibilities: Weld a variety of parts in different materials, including carbon, stainless, and high alloy steels. Perform structural welding on both thick and thin members, ensuring strong, accurate welds.
Conduct dimensional inspections of parts and verify that all work meets quality requirements and specifications. Read, understand, and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to plan and execute welding tasks. Perform grinding, sanding, and cutting operations using oxy-fuel and hand plasma equipment. Apply pre-heat and post-heat welding techniques as required by material and project specifications.
Use carbon arc processes where appropriate for gouging and related operations. Follow lean manufacturing practices to minimize waste and improve efficiency in daily work. Comply with all quality standards and participate in weld inspection activities as needed. Adhere to all safety programs, procedures, and guidelines while operating welding and shop equipment. Support general welding and shop duties as required to meet production and project timelines.
Work under the direction of a team leader to safely produce quality parts in a timely manner. Essential Skills: Proven experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and high alloy steels. Hands-on experience with MIG welding in an industrial or structural environment. Experience with FCAW (flux-cored arc welding) processes. Ability to weld thick-to-thin structural members while maintaining weld integrity.
Strong blueprint reading skills, including the ability to interpret technical drawings and weld symbols. Demonstrated ability to perform weld inspections and verify dimensional accuracy. Experience with pre-heat and post-heat welding practices. Proficiency with carbon arc processes for gouging and related tasks. Strong overall mechanical aptitude and comfort working with large parts and machines. High school diploma or equivalent.
Additional Skills & Qualifications: Experience with stick welding (SMAW) in an industrial or structural setting. Structural welding on large-scale components is highly beneficial. Previous experience welding parts similar in size and complexity to those produced by large industrial manufacturers. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-focused environment. Willingness to learn and adapt to different machines and processes over time.
Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precision work. Why Work Here?: The organization offers competitive pay structures complemented by profit sharing and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and a clothing program. Team members benefit from a dedicated Wellness Program and clear opportunities for career growth, including skills development and advancement.
The culture emphasizes supporting employees’ long-term success through training, development, and recognition. Work Environment: The work environment centers on heavy industrial fabrication, including very large parts and machining operations. The facility operates some of the largest roll forming and press brake e