CERTIFIED WELDER

Steel Production Assistant

Assist in the production of steel products by performing a variety of duties. Candidates will perform an array of tasks such as housekeeping, following safety requirements, cutting steel, and moving materials throughout the facility. Responsible for cutting welded assemblies to blueprint specifications.

Salary range $38.22/Hour. Based on experience.

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

At Wells, you're part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you're in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers

Ability to make mathematical calculations

Ability to detect and reconcile discrepancies

Excellent time management skills

Ability to read production drawings

Must have clear knowledge of basic measurements and the ability to read a tape measure within 16th of an inch

Must be able to use a wide variety of tools, including but not limited to hammer, measuring tape, drill press, band saw, and ironworker

Maintain good housekeeping and always follow safety policies and procedures

Perform additional duties as requested or required

We are seeking a safety-focused Certified Welder with experience in cutting, welding, and fabricating steel components to blueprint specifications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to read drawings, take accurate measurements, and work efficiently in a production environment. This individual works well with others and is committed to quality, safety, and meeting production goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Must possess a welding certification
• Must be able to pass welding test for GMAW and SMAW
• Previous work experience in cutting and welding

Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use

Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours

Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently

Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards

Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)

Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.