MIG Welder | 2nd shift
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Welder | Monday - Friday (2:30pm - 11:00pm). Additional hours may be required based on business needs.
Pay rate: $22.50 - $27.00/hr DOE
Job Overview:The MIG Welder is responsible for performing MIG welding processes to assemble and manufacture metal products, structures, and components in accordance with specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards. This position supports production operations through safe, accurate, and efficient welding, fabrication, inspection, and equipment operation.
This role encompasses three skill levels (Level I, II, and III) based on demonstrated welding proficiency, technical knowledge, experience, quality performance, and the ability to perform increasingly complex welding assignments. Employees may be required to work in various departments and manufacturing areas based on business needs.
The duties listed below are not all inclusive of the work that will be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
- Perform MIG welding operations to assemble metal components, structures, and finished products according to specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and welding symbols to determine welding requirements.
- Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, grinding, cutting, positioning, and fitting components.
- Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Conduct equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting as appropriate.
- Inspect completed welds and fabricated products to verify compliance with quality requirements and specifications.
- Identify, report, and correct welding defects or inconsistencies.
- Maintain accurate production, inspection, and material usage records.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and team members to meet production objectives.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency efforts.
- Provide training, guidance, and technical support to less experienced welders, as appropriate based on assigned level.
- Work across departments, buildings, and production areas as required to support business needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Welding certification, vocational training, or equivalent education preferred.
- Entry-level welding experience or successful completion of a welding training program.
- Demonstrates foundational MIG welding knowledge and skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding certification or vocational training preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to independently perform advanced welding assignments.
- Ability to interpret complex blueprints, troubleshoot routine welding issues, and maintain consistent quality standards.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding certification or vocational training preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of welding techniques, fabrication processes, equipment operation, and blueprint interpretation.
- Demonstrated expertise in performing complex welding assignments and mentoring less experienced team members.
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
- Ability to work extended shifts, including standing for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to maintain manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and visual acuity necessary to perform welding operations safely and effectively.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable…
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