Welder - 1st Shift

About the Opportunity Job Title: Welder Pay Rate Range: $28.00-$31.00/hr Location: Saint Paul, MN Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6AM-3:30PM Position Type: Temp to Hire Requirements and Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: 5 years of professional welding experience preferred (will consider recent trade school graduates with a strong weld test). Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools (calipers, tape measures). Reliability: Strong attendance record and a "team-first"attitude. MIG and TIG welding on Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum. Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift. Postures: Frequent standing, bending, crouching, and reaching in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment. Dexterity: High level of hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precision bead placement. Duties and Responsibilities Fabrication: Perform high-quality welds (MIG/TIG/Stick) on [Material: e.g., Carbon Steel/Aluminum] based on technical drawings and blueprints. Preparation: Grind, de-burr, and clean surfaces to be welded; clamp and jig components for precision alignment. Quality Control: Conduct visual inspections of finished welds to ensure they meet structural and aesthetic standards. Equipment Care: Perform basic maintenance on welding lead, liners, and tips; report any equipment malfunctions immediately. Safety: Adhere to all OSHA and internal safety guidelines, including the consistent use of PPE (welding hood, gloves, and steel-toed boots). Benefits May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick time per year Medical Dental VisionShort-term disability 401k AAP/EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr