MIG Welder

MIG Welder Join a growing, employee-owned manufacturing company that creates high-quality equipment used by communities and families across the country. This is more than a welding job. It's an opportunity to become part of a company where employees share in the success through an industry-leading ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), monthly production bonuses, and quarterly profit-sharing programs. Why Welders Love Working Here Employee-Owned Company (ESOP) - Build long-term wealth through company ownership Monthly Production Bonuses - Earn additional income based on performance Quarterly Profit Sharing - Share directly in the company's success 401(k) with Generous Company Match Additional Employer Retirement Contributions Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities Clean, Organized Manufacturing Environment Free Onsite Nursing & Mental Health Support Stable Company with Multiple Facilities and Long-Term Growth If you're looking for a welding career where your hard work is rewarded beyond your hourly wage, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. MIG Welder Responsibilities Perform MIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, black steel, and alloys, with a primary focus on mild steel fabrication. Weld thinner gauge materials up to 1/8" thick while maintaining high-quality workmanship and precision. Read and interpret welding blueprints and fabrication drawings. Use welding fixtures to properly position and secure components for assembly. Move fixtures and materials into welding bays as needed. Measure and fit parts accurately using a tape measure down to 1/32". Complete fitting, fabrication, welding, and finishing work according to production requirements. Utilize MIG welding equipment and assist with flux core and stick welding processes when required. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized welding booth. Collaborate with production team members to achieve quality, productivity, and safety goals. Required Qualifications Minimum of 1 year of recent MIG welding experience OR completion of formal welding training. Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints. Ability to pass a blueprint reading assessment. Strong tape measure skills with accuracy to 1/32". Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Experience welding mild steel in a production or fabrication environment. Familiarity with fixture welding and fabrication drawings. Basic knowledge of flux core and stick welding. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Preferred Qualifications Two-year welding degree or technical diploma. Pipe welding experience. Previous fabrication shop experience. Experience working with stainless steel, aluminum, black steel, and various alloys. Strong fitting and fabrication skills. Commitment to continuous improvement and craftsmanship. Work Environment Work in a clean, modern manufacturing facility with dedicated welding booths designed for safe and efficient production. You'll join a team-focused culture that values quality, organization, safety, and employee well-being while producing products that positively impact children and communities nationwide. Grow Your Career While Building Your Retirement Few manufacturing companies offer the long-term financial advantages available here. Through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), monthly production bonuses, quarterly profit sharing, company-matched 401(k), and additional retirement contributions, employees have multiple opportunities to build wealth while advancing their careers. Apply today to join an employee-owned company where your work, your contributions, and your future truly matter. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Delano, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Delano,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.