Welder

For more than 90 years, PALFINGER has set benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions while providing opportunities for our people to grow, collaborate, and push beyond limits. We foster an environment where we reach up, reach out, and reach beyond. Become part of our team and let's lift each other to create what's next.

Join PALFINGER's manufacturing team as a Welder, where you will play a key role in building high-quality aerial lift platforms and structural components. This position requires strong welding and fabrication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with MIG welding, blueprint reading, and metal fabrication in a manufacturing environment.


Your Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/GMAW welding and fabrication of structural steel components and assemblies according to engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings to accurately cut, fit, assemble, and fabricate metal components.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated parts using visual and non-destructive inspection methods to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Troubleshoot welding and fabrication defects, perform root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while following Lean manufacturing practices, 5S standards, and production procedures.

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Your Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical welding training or certification (AWS or equivalent) preferred.
• 3-5 years of welding and metal fabrication experience, preferably within heavy equipment, industrial manufacturing, or aerial lift manufacturing.
• Proficiency in MIG welding, blueprint interpretation, weld symbols, and fabrication tools; experience with high-strength steels preferred.
• Ability to pass an in-house welding certification test and consistently produce quality welds while meeting production goals.
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to work independently, collaborate with a team, and adapt to changing production priorities.

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What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance rewards.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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