Welder I - Manufacturing (Weekend Day Shift

WelderJoin a manufacturing team as a skilled Welder responsible for fabricating and assembling metal components and frames using MIG and TIG welding processes. You will interpret blueprints and work instructions, prepare materials, and perform high-quality welds on carbon and stainless steel in multiple positions to build durable, precise products in a clean, well-organized shop environment.ResponsibilitiesParticipate in daily shift meetings to review production priorities, required work, and safety or quality updates.Read and interpret prints, blueprints, work instructions, and weld symbols to understand product specifications and requirements.Select, pick, and stage materials and components needed for fabrication and assembly.Prepare parts for welding by buffing, cleaning, and grinding surfaces as needed to ensure proper fit and weld quality.Fabricate and weld frames and structural components that support finished units.Perform horizontal and vertical welds on 1G carbon steel and stainless steel components.Execute fillet welds and multi-pass welds to meet strength and quality standards.Use a tape measure accurately to verify dimensions and ensure components meet specifications.Set up beams and assemblies, ensuring they are properly aligned, squared, and secured prior to welding.Weld in 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, and 6G positions as required by the job and weld procedures.Work with pipe, including beveling, setting root gap, and performing proper fit-up on carbon steel and stainless steel.Complete welds on a variety of joints including fillet welds, butt welds, and cap welds on pipe and plate.Perform quality checks on completed welds and assemblies to confirm alignment, squareness, and adherence to specifications.Prepare for and successfully complete weld tests, including horizontal and vertical fillet welds on plate, butt welds, pipe caps, and squareness checks on beams.Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow shop safety procedures and guidelines at all times.Use appropriate personal welding equipment such as jacket, hood, and steel-toe footwear while performing all tasks.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience working in a fabrication or manufacturing shop environment.Comfort using grinders, buffers, and other metal preparation tools.Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds and assemblies.Ability to follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures.Personal welding equipment, including welding jacket, welding hood, and steel-toe footwear.Why Work Here?You will join a company that offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term security. You can enjoy generous paid time off, including substantial vacation time, sick leave, and floating holidays, providing flexibility and work-life balance. Multiple health plan options allow you to choose coverage that fits your needs, and a strong 401(k) program includes a solid company contribution, even if you do not contribute, helping you build a secure financial future.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a clean, well-lit manufacturing shop with a focus on safety, organization, and quality. The standard schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with some overtime available on weekends as production needs require. You will work in a fabrication environment using MIG and TIG welding equipment, grinders, and other metalworking tools on carbon steel and stainless steel materials, including pipe and structural components. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required, and you will provide and wear your own welding jacket, welding hood, and steel-toe footwear while on the shop floor.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Michigan City, IN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $72800.00/yr. 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.Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO daysApplication DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Michigan City, IN.