Production Technician

Welding Job | 23-29/hr | START ASAP | Full Benefits

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THIS FIELD!

Job Description

The Production Technician operates TIG welding equipment to fabricate high-quality stainless steel and aluminum components in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on precise manual welding, fitting, and finishing work, while following blueprints and technical drawings to meet strict aesthetic, sanitary, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate TIG welding equipment safely and efficiently, including setting up and maintaining torches, gas flow, and filler materials.
• Perform manual TIG welding on stainless steel components of varying thicknesses, primarily from 16-gauge to 1/4 inch.
• Grind, polish, and finish welds to achieve required aesthetic and sanitary standards.
• Fit, align, and tack components prior to final welding to ensure accurate assembly and proper joint preparation.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols to ensure accurate fabrication.
• Identify various diameter tubing and fittings according to customer and internal specifications.
• Maintain high-quality standards with minimal supervision and ensure all welding work adheres to applicable compliance requirements.
• Become qualified in accordance with Section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for manual welding.
• Inspect welds for defects and perform repairs or corrections as needed to meet quality and safety standards.
• Set up, operate, and maintain TIG welding equipment in a safe manner, following established procedures and best practices.

Essential Skills

• Strong manual TIG welding proficiency, particularly on stainless steel components ranging from 16-gauge to 1/4 inch thickness.
• Ability to operate TIG welding equipment, including proper setup and adjustment of torches, gas flow, and filler materials.
• Demonstrated experience working in manufacturing, fabrication, or field installation environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Skill in grinding, polishing, and finishing welds to meet aesthetic and sanitary requirements.
• Capability to fit, align, and tack components accurately prior to final welding.
• Ability to identify various diameter tubing and fittings according to specified requirements.
• Readiness and ability to become qualified under Section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for manual welding.
• Competence in recognizing weld defects and performing appropriate repairs or corrections.
• Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards with minimal supervision and adhering to welding compliance guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with stainless steel welding in a production or fabrication setting.
• Exposure to aluminum welding processes.
• Familiarity with MIG welding in addition to TIG welding.
• Experience in general fabrication work, including cutting, fitting, and assembly of metal components.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and field installation practices.
• Attention to detail and strong focus on quality and accuracy in all welding and fabrication tasks.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and safety, offering the opportunity to deepen your expertise in TIG welding and ASME code qualifications. The organization promotes a supportive work culture with access to benefits such as medical and dental coverage, and encourages continuous learning and professional growth within a stable manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing and fabrication setting that involves regular use of TIG welding equipment, grinders, and polishing tools to work with stainless steel and aluminum components. You will work around tubing and fittings of various diameters, following detailed blueprints and technical drawings. The environment emphasizes safety procedures, proper equipment setup, and adherence to welding codes and quality standards. Work is hands-on and may require standing for extended periods, handling metal materials, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and work-appropriate attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Chester, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 West Chester, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.