Skilled - Welder

Welder

Wage: $24-$25/hour (raises after 90 days)

Shift: 1st

Hours: 5am-1:30pm Monday-Friday

QPS Employment Group is hiring a welder for a company in Kansas City, MO. This is a direct hire opportunity on 1st shift.

Welder Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Perform structural welding (MIG) on steel and aluminum
• Complete weld preparation, assembly, and finishing (including grinding)
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
• Operate welding equipment, fabrication tools, and shop machinery
• Select appropriate filler materials for different alloys
• Inspect and self-check completed work for accuracy and quality
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding and fabrication issues
• Collaborate with plant manager, supervisors, drafters, and team members
• Maintain organized workspace and follow housekeeping standards
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers

Welder Requirements:

• Experience in structural welding and metal fabrication (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with welding equipment and shop tools
• Experience reading blueprints and technical drawings
• Prior work in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment (preferred)
• Experience working in field environments or industrial job sites (preferred)
• Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation
• Proficiency in welding techniques and fabrication processes
• Knowledge of steel alloys, aluminum, and filler materials
• Familiarity with fabrication shop operations and equipment
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Self-motivated; able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Safety-focused mindset
• Fabrication shop with exposure to heat, cold, noise, fumes, and machinery
• Occasional exposure to outdoor industrial environments
• Physically demanding role requiring standing, lifting, and movement
• Regular attendance and reliability required

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