Aluminum Welder

Aluminum MIG & TIG Welder - 1st & 2nd Shift

General Thermo Dynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company
Location: Iron Ridge, Wisconsin
Shifts Available: 1st Shift and 2nd Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time

General Thermo Dynamics (GTD), an API Heat Transfer Company, is a leading manufacturer of high-performance heat exchangers serving customers around the world. We are currently seeking experienced Aluminum MIG & TIG Welders to join our growing team at our Iron Ridge, Wisconsin facility.

This position is responsible for welding aluminum components and assemblies used in the manufacturing of heat exchangers and related products. Successful candidates will possess strong welding skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, welding specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Fit, position, align, and secure parts prior to welding.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Perform grinding, finishing, and rework as required.
• Use measuring devices and inspection tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Identify and report quality concerns, equipment issues, and safety hazards.
• Work closely with supervisors, quality personnel, and production team members to meet production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of aluminum MIG and/or TIG welding experience preferred.
• Experience welding thin-gauge aluminum materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and manufacturing drawings.
• Strong fabrication and assembly skills.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, calipers, tape measures, and other measuring equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Experience welding heat exchangers, tanks, pressure vessels, or similar fabricated products.
• Previous manufacturing or fabrication experience.
• AWS welding certifications are a plus.
• Experience working with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, welding fumes, and moving equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including welding helmet, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed footwear.

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Shift premium for 2nd Shift employees
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment

At General Thermo Dynamics, we take pride in the quality of our products and the people who build them. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be part of a team that manufactures industry-leading heat transfer solutions.

General Thermo Dynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.