WELDER - 1ST SHIFT

We're Hiring: Welder I

Department: Welding / Manufacturing
Location: Polkton, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Welding Supervisor / Production Manager

Are you looking to build your welding career with a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement? Southern Fabricators is seeking a dependable Welder I to join our manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone with basic welding experience or technical training who is eager to develop their skills while producing high-quality work in a safe, team-oriented environment.

At Southern Fabricators, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Our culture is built on our core values:

• Promise It, Deliver It - Do what you say, and say what you mean.
• Choose Right, Not Easy - Make decisions based on integrity and treat others with respect.
• One Team, One Fight - Support your teammates and work together to solve problems.
• Tough Times, No Excuses - Stay focused, work hard, and find solutions.
• Want the Ball, Make it Happen - Take initiative and lead through action.
• Speak Straight, Think Smart - Communicate honestly, respectfully, and learn from every experience.
• Adapt, Overcome, or Die - Embrace change and continuously improve.

If these values describe the type of teammate you strive to be, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform tack welds and basic welds according to blueprints, work instructions, and specifications
• Inspect completed welds to ensure quality, appearance, and structural integrity
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and part numbers
• Assist with setting up, adjusting, and maintaining welding equipment
• Select and use the appropriate fixtures, tools, and welding consumables
• Follow all welding safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times
• Apply basic welding concepts including square, flat, and plumb
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety hazards to supervision

Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help ensure every product leaving our facility meets the high standards our customers expect.

What We're Looking For

• Basic welding experience or completion of a technical welding program preferred
• Familiarity with MIG, TIG, or Stick welding processes
• Ability to read blueprints and understand welding symbols
• Strong desire to learn, improve, and grow within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and reaching throughout the workday
• Positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment

Additional Information

This position is not limited to the duties listed above. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support production and operational requirements.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to build your welding career with a company that values integrity, teamwork, and craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Southern Fabricators team!