Welder

Welder

This role involves reading and following work orders and blueprints to accurately tack and weld various metal components according to project specifications. You will use measuring tools to ensure precise placement of welds, perform ongoing quality checks throughout each project, and grind your own welds as needed to achieve a clean, finished product.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders and blueprints to determine project requirements and welding specifications.
• Set up welding equipment and materials at designated welding stations in a job shop/production environment.
• Perform MIG welding to tack and weld together various metal pieces according to project drawings.
• Use a tape measure and other basic measuring tools to verify accurate placement and alignment of welds.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the welding process to ensure work meets required standards and tolerances.
• Grind and finish welds as needed to achieve a clean and structurally sound final product.
• Follow established fabrication processes when assembling and welding metal components.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with shop safety procedures.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and project deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of prior MIG welding experience in a setting where work orders and blueprints were read and followed.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Proficiency in using a tape measure and basic measuring tools to ensure precise weld placement.
• Hands-on experience with MIG welding techniques.
• Ability to perform basic grinding and finishing of welds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
• Ability to work effectively in a job shop or production environment.
• Basic understanding of fabrication processes related to welding and metal assembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior fabrication experience working with metal components is a plus.
• Comfort working at dedicated welding stations in a production setting.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and maintain a safe work environment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting project timelines.
• Willingness to perform quality checks and make adjustments throughout the project.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that recognizes and rewards their contributions, including a profit-sharing plan paid out quarterly. Team members have seen meaningful increases in their effective hourly earnings through this program, creating a strong sense of shared success and long-term financial growth.

Work Environment

The role is based in a job shop and production environment with dedicated welding stations. You will work primarily with MIG welding equipment, grinders, and standard measuring tools such as tape measures while handling various metal components. The setting is hands-on and fast-paced, with a focus on safety, organization, and consistent quality in all welded and fabricated parts. Dress typically aligns with a fabrication and welding shop, including appropriate workwear and safety gear suitable for a metalworking environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BLUE EARTH, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in BLUE EARTH, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.