Skilled - Welder III

Welder IIIQPS Employment Group is hiring a senior-level welding and fabrication professional for a company in Waukesha, WI. This is a direct hire opportunity for a Welder III on 1st or 2nd shift.Welder III Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Layout, fit, align, fabricate, and weld large, heavy, and complex structural assemblies and weldmentsPerform advanced welding and fabrication projects independently with minimal or no supervisionInterpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, fabrication methods, sequencing, and setup requirementsSelect appropriate materials and determine bracing and fixturing methods to minimize distortion during fabrication and weldingCreate layouts using templates, drawings, and measuring instrumentsMeasure, mark, fit, and align components and assemblies prior to weldingSelect, position, and secure fixtures, tools, attachments, and materials on welding and fabrication equipmentEstablish and adjust welding parameters to ensure compliance with engineering and quality requirementsPreheat materials as required by approved welding procedures and specificationsSet up and operate TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW), orbital welding, plasma cutting, sheet metal fabrication, and forming equipmentPerform welding using short-circuit, spray-transfer, pulsed-transfer, and orbital welding processesProduce cylindrical weldments using rotary positioners, turntables, and specialized equipmentUtilize heat straightening methods and oxy-fuel equipment when required to correct distortionPerform fit-up and tack welding activities while accounting for material movement, shrinkage, and distortionConduct in-process inspections to verify dimensions, weld quality, and specification complianceInspect and evaluate completed work independently before final quality reviewMake necessary corrections and adjustments to ensure quality standards are metPerform routine maintenance and upkeep of welding and fabrication equipmentCollaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve manufacturing and fabrication issuesOperate powered industrial trucks, forklifts, cranes, and hoists to move materials and assemblies safelyTravel to customer locations, when required, to support installations, maintenance, repairs, or field modificationsLead critical welding projects and support the successful completion of high-priority manufacturing ordersTrain, mentor, and develop less experienced welders and fabrication personnelMay serve as a department lead or technical lead on assigned projectsProvide training, mentorship, technical guidance, and work direction to junior weldersAssist with evaluating welding methods, procedures, and workmanship standardsWelder III Requirements:High school diploma or GED requiredTechnical certificate in welding, fabrication, manufacturing technology, or a related field preferred10+ years of professional welding and fabrication experience preferredSignificant experience performing advanced structural welding, pipe welding, fabrication, and assembly workEquivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience may be consideredAbility to successfully complete advanced welding qualification and certification tests applicable to assigned workDemonstrated expertise in multiple welding processes, including TIG, MIG, orbital, and structural welding applicationsExperience producing welded assemblies requiring adherence to industry-recognized welding standards and proceduresAbility to evaluate weld quality, mentor other welders, and support welding qualification activitiesAbility to safely operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipmentAbility to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, welding procedures, specifications, work instructions, schedules, and maintenance manualsAbility to prepare routine reports, documentation, and production recordsAbility to effectively communicate technical information to welders, engineers, supervisors, and quality personnelAbility to perform arithmetic calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and divisionAbility to perform fabrication layouts, dimensional calculations, and measurements accuratelyAbility to interpret dimensions, tolerances, and geometric requirementsAbility to apply practical judgment and technical expertise to complex fabrication and welding challengesAbility to interpret written, verbal, and diagram-based instructionsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to welding, fabrication, and assembly processesAbility to access engineering drawings, welding procedures, and technical documentation through electronic systemsAbility to utilize labor-reporting, production-tracking, and manufacturing softwareBasic computer skills for documentation and operational reportingFrequent use of hands, fingers, and arms for welding, fabrication, grinding, measuring, and material handlingFrequent standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearingOccasional walking, sitting, climbing, and balancingFrequently lift and move up to 25 poundsOccasionally lift and move up to 50 poundsAbility to wear welding PPE and work in fabrication environments for extended periodsAbility to safely perform welding and fabrication activities around large structures, equipment, and machineryManufacturing and fabrication environment involving welding, cutting, forming, and assembly operationsRegular exposure to moving mechanical equipment, cranes, lifting devices, sharp edges, heated materials, and fabrication machineryOccasional exposure to welding fumes, airborne particles, sparks, heat, and electrical hazardsModerate noise levels are typical; hearing protection may be required in designated work areasRequired use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding helmets, gloves, safety glasses, flame-resistant clothing, and additional respiratory protection when requiredMay occasionally work at customer facilities supporting equipment installation, repairs, and field service 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