Merritt Trailers Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Lakeshore Talent is partnering with a Merritt Trailers to hire a skilled Welder / Assembler . This role combines welding and mechanical assembly responsibilities to build high-quality metal products from raw materials while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has experience with MIG and TIG welding , blueprint reading, and mechanical assembly. This position requires strong attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Shift: Monday - Friday; 5:30am - 1:00pm
Location: Henderson, CO
Assignment Length: 4 months to start, with potential for extension or hire
Pay: Up to $26/hr, depending on experience; 120-day skill evaulations with potential for pay increase. Overtime may be available depending on work demands. 

  Key Responsibilities

Welding Duties:

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on metal components per specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings .
• Set up welding equipment and adjust settings for proper weld quality.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces .
• Inspect welds to ensure strength, accuracy, and visual quality .

Assembly Duties:

• Assemble components using work orders, blueprints, and production instructions .
• Cut raw materials to size using tape measures and power saws .
• Position and align parts prior to fastening.
• Fasten components using bolts, screws, rivets, and other hardware .
• Drill, ream, and prepare holes for proper assembly.

General Production Responsibilities:

• Operate fabrication tools such as grinders, drills, rivet guns, saws, and other hand tools .
• Measure finished products using precision measuring tools to ensure accuracy.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and specifications .
• Lift materials and finished products as needed (up to 50 lbs ).
• Perform basic maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and company standards .
• Collaborate with team members to support productivity and meet production goals.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of welding and/or mechanical assembly experience preferred
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience using hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Ability to perform basic shop math (fractions, decimals, conversions)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Preferred Skills

• Experience with metal fabrication and structural assembly
• Familiarity with riveting, fastening systems, and mechanical builds
• Ability to maintain consistent weld quality and assembly accuracy
• Strong reliability and team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to work 40+ hours per week and overtime as needed

#ZR Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.

Company Description

Since​ ​1995,​ ​Lakeshore​ ​has​ ​provided​ ​Staffing,​ ​Recruiting​ ​and​ ​Payrolling​ ​services​ ​to employers​ ​in​ ​Denver​ ​and​ ​Chicago​ ​across​ ​multiple​ ​industries​. We​ ​are​ ​committed​ ​to​ ​achieving​ ​success by​ ​matching​ ​top​ ​talent​ ​with​ ​the​ ​right​ ​opportunities.​ In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.