Welder - Entry Level

Welder/Fabricator Position

Kraft Werks is a privately owned company located in Medina, Ohio in need of an entry level Welder/Fabricator to join our team. We are looking for a hardworking professional who will be able to meet challenges and surpass customer expectations. Candidates shall have a background in welding/fabricating in accordance with AWS D1.1 welding codes. Candidates shall also be able to work on small, medium and large size weldments.

Welder Job Responsibilities

• Welding and fabricating of products to drawing requirements
• Analyze drawings and plan sequence of welding assignment
• Prepare metal surface for welding by grinding, solvent cleaning, wire brushing etc.
• Follow Welding Procedure Specifications requirements
• Operate manual and semi-automatic equipment in all positions
• Measure and mark parts using straightedge, tape measure, ruler etc.
• Maintain welding safety and risk free-work environment
• Safely operate forklifts and cranes
• Keep work area and welding equipment clean on daily basis
• Keep open communication with co-workers and management
• Perform all other duty assigned

Welder Skills/Requirements

• Five (5) plus years of welding experience or Certificate of completion from a trade school/welding program.
• Able to weld with FCAW, GMAW, processes in all positions. 90% of welding will be with FCAW.
• Proficient at reading and interpreting drawings and basic weld symbols
• Proficient at torch cutting, plasma cutting, grinding and air arc gouging
• Prior experience operating with overhead cranes, jib cranes and forklifts preferred. KWE Can train.
• MUST have experience in General and Welding Safety
• MUST pass pre-employment welding test. Weld tests will consist of single pass, multi-pass FCAW & GMAW and potentially a 2G FCAW weld test.
• MUST pass pre-employment background and illegal substance drug screen.

Kraft Werks offers a competitive salary and benefits package, operates on two shifts and provides opportunities for additional training, professional growth and advancement. All candidates will be required to take a welding qualification test as part of the application / interview process.