Layout Welder

Overview

Salary Range: $28.75 - $35.44 Hourly
Position Type:
Full Time
Category:
Manufacturing

Description Build Your Future with SMF!
Why Choose SMF?

At SMF
, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers
. As part of Etnyre International
, we have a 50-year legacy in high-quality metal fabrication
, serving industries like construction, power generation, agriculture, and mining
.

We take pride in being a Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs, which means high standards, excellent quality, and rewarding work
. Our team of skilled professionals and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities (spanning 200,000+ square feet) make SMF one of the top ½ percent of machine shops nationwide
.

In 2020, SMF joined Etnyre International
, fueling even more growth and opportunity—
and we want YOU to be part of it!

3rd Shift Layout Welder

As a Layout Welder, you’ll take projects from blueprint to build
, fabricating high-quality steel parts, fixtures, and assemblies with precision and skill.

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
• ⚙️ Lay out work using Bluco tables or modular fixturing equipment
• Perform advanced welding, rework, and repairs as needed
• Inspect in-process and finished work to ensure top-quality results
• Maintain welding tools and equipment to keep operations running smoothly
• Provide training and mentorship to new welders when needed
• ➕ Step in with production welding assignments as required

• Annual Bonus Program for ALL Members
• Annual General Wage Increases
• $2.50/hr Shift Premium
• Paid Time Off Package
  + 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Holiday Break Days
• Excellent Benefits
  including:
  • Low-cost HSA & PPO Medical Plans
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision coverage
  • Company-Paid Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Additional insurance:
    Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness
• 401(k) with Employer Match + Annual Profit Sharing

What We’re Looking For

• ✅
  AWS certification + advanced welding experience
• ✅ 2+ years of layout welding or metal fabrication experience
• ✅ Technical course certification (a plus!)
• ✅ Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints
• ✅ Proficiency with metal fabrication tools & equipment
• ✅ Safe overhead crane operation
• ✅ Mechanical aptitude, solid math skills & sharp attention to detail
• ✅ Clear communication skills to train and support

Why Join SMF?

Work for a company that’s in the top ½ percent of machine shops nationwide

Be part of a fast-growing organization with state-of-the-art manufacturing

Take pride in contributing to high-quality, Fortune 500 OEM projects

If you re energetic, detail-oriented, and ready to grow, we want you on our team!

Apply today and start your career with SMF!