Welder

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled MIG Welder for a 1st and 2nd shift opportunity to safely layout, fit, and weld components according to company drawings, specifications, and workmanship standards. This position involves welding in multiple positions, interpreting metric drawings with GD&T, and working with a variety of fabrication tools and equipment. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while contributing to a team-driven manufacturing environment.

• Perform layout, fit-up, and MIG welding operations according to AWS standards and engineering documentation

• Interpret fabrication drawings, including metric measurements and GD&T requirements

• Set up fixtures, tack, and weld components using welding guns, cutting torches, carbon arc, and related fabrication tools

• Perform grinding, flame cutting, and arc gouging as required

• Coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules

• Support material movement between fabrication and paint areas

• Maintain accurate electronic and manual documentation for labor hours, work orders, and production records

• Operate robotic welding equipment and complete required safety and equipment checks (torch condition, straightness, harness inspection, etc.)

• Identify, document, and communicate fabrication issues; report discrepancies and recommend solutions

• Work effectively in a team environment with limited supervision

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support production needs

• Welding experience or completion (or in progress) of a certified welding trade school or technical program

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints and engineering drawings

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship standards

• Experience with heavy equipment or crane manufacturing

• Familiarity with fabrication hand tools (grinders, chisels, tip cleaners, etc.)

• Experience using cutting torches and/or carbon arc gouging

• Working knowledge of GD&T

• Ability to read standard work instructions and complete continuous improvement documentation

• Comfortable using computers for production transactions

• Understanding of metric measurement systems

• Exposure to welding fumes

• Noise levels of 85 dB or greater

• Ability to operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, and hoists

• Frequent lifting up to 35 lbs

• Ability to work at multiple heights and climb ladders, equipment, and lifts

• Ability to stand for 8-hour shifts with minimal breaks

• Work in environments with fluctuating temperatures

• Exposure to magnets that may affect medical devices

• Ability to kneel, squat, crawl, and work in tight or awkward positions

• Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, and rotating motions

• Use of fine motor skills and a variety of hand and power tools

Required PPE:

Hearing protection, safety glasses, steel-toed/metatarsal footwear, and full welding protective equipment including jackets, chaps, helmet, grinding shield, and related gear.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder