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Welder - 2nd Shift

Job in Lake Orion, Oakland County, Michigan, 48360, USA
Listing for: Ascent Aerospace
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-25
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Lake Orion

Overview

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision automated equipment and tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including Invar molds, and we work with our customers to develop their projects from process engineering to build and installation to ensure efficient, cost-effective solutions. As a true, single-source integrator, we offer tools to surpass customer expectations, with integrated timing and schedules that support accountability and cost savings.

Summary

Of Position

Under direct supervision the welder performs limited duties for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and Invar 36 parts using a MIG/TIG process.

Responsibilities
  • Ability to set up welding machines based on the specifications of the job.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
  • MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum and Invar 36 components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.
  • Repair broken or damaged parts.
  • Fabricate and revise fixtures, jigs, gauges, hand applies and special tooling and components.
  • Keep work area clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
  • Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.
Required Skills, Education, And Experience
  • Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:
  • Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
  • Experience with Steel, aluminum and/or Invar 36.
  • Experience with MIG and TIG welding.
  • Knowledge of machines and tools.
  • Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, and tape measures.
  • This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required. For further details as to how a “U.S. Person” is determined, please see SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS below!
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.
  • Has confidence in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities.
  • Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location.
  • Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance:
    Though not required of this role, individuals that have current, previous, or are willing to go through the process to obtain and maintain during the duration of employment are preferred.
  • Minimum 5 – 10 years of relevant work experience and/or completion of certificate program in welding from a college or technical school.
Supervisory Responsibility

No

Travel Requirements

May be required to travel to other site locations during the workday and would primarily be local during the business day. However, some projects may require overnight stays as well as out-of-the-area travel paid for by the business.

Working Conditions
  • Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation
  • May access and work in the manufacturing plant
  • While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
  • The employee may be exposed to vibration
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day
  • May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
  • Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
  • Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.
Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D…
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