GMAW​/SMAW Fabrication Welder, Railcar & Locomotive

GMAW/SMAW Fabrication Welder, Railcar & Locomotive Join a team that builds and maintains the backbone of rail transportation. Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, in partnership with Impact Workforce Solutions, is adding a Welder in Muncie, Indiana to support high-quality manufacturing.

Role Snapshot Primary processes: MIG (majority) and Stick; additional exposure to TIG and Flux Core Work includes hand-welding, flame-cutting, fit-up, and fabrication to spec Blueprint reading and measurement-driven quality control

Schedule & Pay Pay: $22+ per hour based on experience and shift

Shifts:

1st:
Mon–Fri, 6:00am–2:30pm2nd:
Mon–Fri, 2:30pm–11:00pm3rd:
Sun–Thurs, 9:30pm–6:00am40–56 hours/week; 5–6 days/week; overtime may be required

Full-time employment with weekly pay Benefits & Culture5 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs

Safety-first culture with mentorship and growth opportunities

Core Duties Achieve/maintain internal welding certifications aligned with ISO, AAR, and other governing standards

Assemble, cut (powered saws), and prep parts (grinders/hand tools) to exact measurements

Interpret blueprints, assembly instructions, drawings, and bills of material

Comply with Progress Rail QSP 4.9 and relevant local/international standards

Use tape measures, scales, and calipers to record inspection data Operate pneumatic/electric tools and overhead cranes for material handling

Advanced Track Master pipe welding; perform GMAW/SMAW in all positions

Earn AWS D1.1 and other recognized certifications

Execute single- and multi-pass welds

Perform preventative/basic maintenance on welding equipment

Coach and mentor junior welders

Forklift certification preferred

Training available on advanced machinery, including Robot Welders Qualifications Technical  certifications may substitute for experience

Preferred certifications: GMAW, FCAW, SMAWCertified Welder with process mix: ~90% MIG, 10% Stick, plus TIG/Flux Core familiarity

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Physical & Safety Lift up to 50 lbs.; work in tight/confined spaces

Climb, reach, kneel; maintain visual and auditory acuity with proper PPEOperate in varying temperatures and inclement weather

Safety-sensitive role requiring strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures around heavy equipment and live tracks

Equipment You’ll UseMIG WelderTIG Welder Stick Welder Flux-Cored Arc Welder Proficiencies Vehicle  & Fleet Weldingwelderlocomotive Location Muncie , Indiana Ready to Apply?

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