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Aluminum Alloy GTAW/MIG Production Fabricator
Job in
Kirkwood, St. Louis County, Missouri, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
100Hires, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Do you read a blueprint and instantly map your fit-up sequence?
Can you tune TIG balance and frequency for clean aluminum, then switch to a fast, consistent MIG pass?
Do you enjoy solving porosity, cracking, or distortion challenges on thin sheet and machined parts?
If yes, you’ll feel at home here. We’re adding two welders to support a growing operation that blends production runs with custom fabrication projects.
What You’ll TackleMIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding of aluminum assemblies and components
End-to-end fabrication: fitting, welding, grinding, blending, finishing, and assembly
Surface prep and joint preparation for high-quality aluminum welds
Set up and dial in welding machines and parameters
Read and execute from blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols
Fit-up and alignment of parts and assemblies to dimensional requirements
Quality checks for weld appearance, penetration, and dimensional accuracy
Root-cause and correct welding defects and fabrication issues
Use grinders, saws, drills, fixtures, cranes, and other shop equipment
Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized
Meet output goals while maintaining excellent workmanship
Who Thrives Here Welders with prior MIG and/or TIG experience
Aluminum experience strongly preferred
Fabricators comfortable with precision fit-up Those who can read blueprints and weld symbols (preferred)
Detail-focused problem solvers with strong mechanical aptitude
Team players who can also work independently
Individuals able to handle physically demanding manufacturing work Candidates with welding certifications or technical training (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Experienced Path (Preferred)5+ years in professional welding and fabrication
High-level aluminum MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) proficiency
Experience with aluminum sheet, plate, extrusion, and machined components
Advanced skills in prep, heat control, distortion management, and contamination prevention
Ability to troubleshoot porosity, cracking, lack of fusion, and distortion
Precision fit-up for complex, multi-part assemblies
Background with AWS D1.2 Aluminum Structural Welding Code Culture & Opportunity We’re after dependable welders who take pride in the finished product. You don’t need every preferred qualification to apply—strong fundamentals, reliability, and a willingness to learn are key. You’ll work both independently and alongside a supportive team.
Compensation Compensation is competitive and tied to your welding experience, skill level, and demonstrated fabrication ability.
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