Welder

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Full Time Manual Labor Albert Lea, MN, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Annually

The Welder is responsible for performing high-quality welding operations in support of JPW’s production and fabrication activities. This position requires proficiency in reading blueprints, operating welding equipment, and ensuring parts meet specifications using precision measuring tools. The Welder will work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to fabricate components with accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding operations on a variety of metals in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Execute additional fabrication tasks such as soldering, forming, sawing, shearing, polishing, roll forming, and brake press operations as required per job order.
• Operate and program robotic welding equipment with accuracy and efficiency.
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding specifications to determine material requirements and appropriate welding techniques.
• Utilize precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) to ensure dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Prepare and maintain welding jigs and build custom fixture jigs as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of work performed, including production logs and quality reports.
• Ensure all work meets company safety and quality standards, complying with operational best practices.
• Actively support JPW’s core values, fostering a positive, accountable, and engaged work environment.

Additional responsibilities and projects may be assigned as relevant to the role.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Welding certification or formal welding training are preferred.

Experience and Competencies

• Minimum of 2 years of TIG and MIG welding experience required.
• Experience with robotic welding systems strongly preferred.
• Strong fabrication and metalworking skills; ability to perform a range of manual and machine-based tasks.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with welding safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Adaptability in a dynamic and fast-paced production setting.
• Flexibility and dedication to working extended hours when needed to meet urgent operational deadlines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods, bend, reach, kneel or crouch. Frequently use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work is primarily conducted in a manufacturing/fabrication environment, with exposure to welding equipment, noise, heat, and metal particulates. Working extended and flexible hours may be requested occasionally.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic responsibilities have been included. It is intended to provide a guideline for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by the manager or supervisor as deemed appropriate.

This document does not represent a written or implied contract for employment, and employment with the Company is  Company reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

I certify that I have received a copy of this job description. I have read, understand and acknowledge the requirements set forth in the Position Summary, Essential Functions, Position Qualifications, and Physical Demands and Work Environment. I further agree that I am able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.