Welder

Job Description

Job Description

MIG Welder/Fabricator

Job Type: Full-Time with Overtime

Pay: $25-30/hr

Schedule: 1st Shift

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our job shop manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working on a variety of custom projects rather than repetitive production work. The right candidate will be comfortable reading blueprints, setting up welding equipment, fabricating metal components, and producing quality finished parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and/or TIG welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work orders.
• Measure, cut, fit, tack, and weld materials according to project specifications.
• Set up welding machines and select the appropriate wire, gas, amperage, and voltage for each application.
• Fabricate custom parts, frames, brackets, assemblies, and other metal components.
• Use hand and power tools including grinders, saws, drills, clamps, and plasma cutters.
• Perform layout and fit-up of components prior to welding.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated parts for quality, accuracy, and proper dimensions.
• Grind, clean, and finish welds as needed.
• Make adjustments to ensure proper fit, alignment, and overall appearance of finished products.
• Troubleshoot welding and fabrication issues and make necessary corrections.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for welding equipment and tools.
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet project deadlines and customer specifications.

Qualifications

• Previous welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience with MIG welding required; TIG welding experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, squares, calipers, and other measuring tools.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Experience

• Job shop or custom fabrication experience.
• Experience working with multiple types and thicknesses of metal.
• TIG welding experience.
• Experience with plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting, or band saws.
• Ability to perform basic layout and fabrication from drawings.
• Previous experience working on custom, low-volume projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent full-time work
• Variety of custom fabrication projects
• Opportunity to develop and expand welding skills
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for overtime
• Potential for advancement

If you're an experienced Welder/Fabricator who enjoys variety and takes pride in quality craftsmanship, we'd like to hear from you!

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