MIG Welder I OMS

Louisville, KY 4800 Allmond Avenue, Louisville, KY 40214, USA O’Neal Manufacturing Services is one of the largest family‑owned metal fabrication companies in the United States. For over 100 years, we’ve built more than just metal – we’ve built trust, careers, and lasting relationships. We are committed to helping every team member grow, learn, and achieve more. Let’s Build Things – Together. Schedule: Monday – Thursday 7am – 5:30pm Position Summary: The Mig Welder I is responsible for fabricating, joining, and repairing steel components using advanced gas metal arc welding techniques and equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Safety Commitment: Follow all safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment. Welding Requirements: Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness. Prepare materials and setup for welding equipment or robotic devices as needed. Complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in specialty areas as required. Quality and Accuracy: Ensure error‑free work for internal and external customers. Follow established processes to support safety and quality programs. General Duties: Maintain a clean and organized work area. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills: High School Diploma or equivalent. Relevant experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred. Must be able to pass and maintain MIG Welder certification. Basic critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to operate forklifts and cranes. Must maintain certifications for required equipment. Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints. Proficiency in using hand tools (hammer, pliers, screwdriver, wrench, drill, grinder, bander). Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, box calipers, slide dial calipers, and micrometers. Ability to convert fractions to decimals and metric to English measurements. Ability to produce high-quality work. Capable of setting up and operating one or more processing machines. Ability to speak, write, and comprehend conversational English. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, including walking 2‑5 miles per shift. Ability to bend, sit, stand, twist, and stoop repeatedly for extended periods. Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25lbs – 50lbs from floor to waist and front carry up to 25lbs – 50lbs, repeatedly per shift. Ability to reach overhead, squat, kneel, and climb short ladders or steps. Ability to maintain coordination of hand and finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects with precision. Ability to read labels, follow safety and standard operating procedures, and communicate effectively in an industrial environment. 20/30 vision with the use of corrective lenses. Subject to environmental conditions that occur indoors and outdoors which include, but are not limited to: Exposure to changing temperatures, loud noises, and vibration from use of equipment. Hazards: proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat, and exposure to chemicals. Atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mist, gas, or poor ventilation that may affect the respiratory system or skin. Oils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr O'Neal Industries