Welder

TIG WelderWe are seeking an experienced TIG Welder for a climate-controlled manufacturing environment. This position primarily involves TIG welding aluminum components and fixtures, with some occasional MIG welding.Candidates should have at least 2 years of welding experience, strong TIG skills, and the ability to inspect their own welds for quality.Job Type: 6-Month ContractLocation: Bridgeton, MO 63044Pay: $27.00 to $29.00/hourShift: 2nd ShiftSchedule: Monday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AMWorkplace: On-siteKey ResponsibilitiesTIG weld aluminum components and fixturesWork primarily with approximately 3/8-inch aluminum, including 3/8-inch root gapsPerform additional welding on approximately 1/8-inch aluminumComplete approximately 4 to 6 fixtures per dayPerform TIG washing and finishing of welded componentsComplete minor MIG welding as neededLoad components into fixtures and follow established welding instructionsPrepare, set up, and fit materials before weldingInspect completed welds and identify cracking or quality concernsRead and interpret blueprints and welding symbolsFollow established acceptance criteria and welding proceduresComplete required welding certification before working independently on fixturesRequired Qualifications2+ years of welding experienceStrong TIG welding experienceStainless steel TIG welding experienceAbility to inspect your own welds and identify cracking or defectsAbility to read blueprints and welding symbolsPreferred ExperienceAluminum TIG weldingGTAW Aluminum G2 and G3AWS A2.4 welding symbolsMIG weldingFixture welding and fabricationSchedule & TrainingRegular Shift: Monday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AMFour-day workweekTwo 15-minute breaks30-minute lunchFirst two weeks of training take place on day shiftWelders must complete required certification before independently welding production fixturesWork EnvironmentClimate-controlled manufacturing facilityIndependent, hands-on welding workPrimarily TIG welding with some MIG workLarge aluminum fixtures and componentsStrong emphasis on weld quality, accuracy, and following established procedures