Mig Welder with Aluminum Experience

Job Description

Job Description

2nd Shift MIG Welder (Aluminum Required)

Location: Lancaster, SC

Shift: Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Pay: $20-$25 DOE + Shift Differential

Job Type: Full-Time | Evaluation-to-Hire

Join Our Team

We're looking for an experienced MIG Welder who takes pride in producing quality work. If you have experience welding aluminum , can read blueprints, and enjoy fabrication work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to talk with you.

Aluminum MIG welding experience is REQUIRED. Applicants without aluminum welding experience will not be considered.

What You'll Do

• Perform MIG welding on aluminum and carbon steel components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, work orders, and fabrication drawings.
• Perform fit-up, layout, and tack welding prior to final welds.
• Fabricate, repair, and assemble metal components to specifications.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as needed.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, accuracy, and appearance.
• Use tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Grind, clean, and finish welds when required.
• Monitor weld quality to prevent distortion, burn-through, or defects.
• Maintain production goals while producing quality work.
• Keep your work area clean and follow all safety procedures.
• Report equipment or material issues to your supervisor.

Required Experience You Must Have:

• Minimum 2 years of MIG welding experience
• Hands-on experience MIG welding aluminum (Required)
• Experience welding carbon steel
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Experience with fit-up and tack welding
• Experience using measuring tools including tape measures and calipers
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation

Preferred Experience

• TIG welding experience
• Welding certifications
• Job shop or custom fabrication experience
• Experience producing both small parts and large assemblies

Skills We're Looking For

• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to identify weld defects and make corrections
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality
• Team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Stand for 10-hour shifts
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb throughout the day
• Perform repetitive welding and fabrication tasks
• Work in a manufacturing environment while wearing required PPE
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

• Stable, long-term opportunity
• Growing manufacturing company
• Consistent second-shift schedule
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity to become a permanent employee
• Team-oriented work environment

You should be proficient in:

• Tape Measure Reading
• Welding Setups for Production
• Blueprint Reading
• Aluminum

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder