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Automatic Welder Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Welder

Portland, TN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding ...

Welder

Shelbyville, TN

$16.75 - $22/hr

... manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions. · Set up components for welding equipment in accordance to specifications (e.g. cut material with oxy/fuel torch to match ...

Welder

Shelbyville, TN · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

... automatic welding equipment in various positions. • Set up components for welding equipment in accordance to specifications (e.g. cut material with oxy/fuel torch to match measurements) • Test ...

Machine Operator

Lexington, TN · On-site

$13 - $15.50/hr

... Automatic Welders and Assembly Welders. · Set-up and Operate Link Heat Machine · Inspect, Piece-up and Weld running lengths of various chain sizes. · Link heat, Inspect, proof test and gauge piece ...

Welder TN-3rd Shift

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Requirements REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test ...

Welder TN-2nd shift

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test d) Ability ...

Welder TN-3rd Shift

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test d) Ability ...

Welder TN-2nd shift

Greeneville, TN

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Requirements REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test ...

Welder TN-3rd Shift

Greeneville, TN

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Requirements REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test ...

Welder TN-2nd shift

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Requirements REQUIREMENTS: a) MIG welding experience preferred, semi-automatic MIG welding a plus. b) One-year on the job experience or welding classes desired. c) Pass JOST Welder Qualification Test ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

... automatic wire feed process * Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc ... Demonstrate soundness of weld joints while maintaining proper weld dimensions, heat and depth of ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

... automatic wire feed process * Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc ... Demonstrate soundness of weld joints while maintaining proper weld dimensions, heat and depth of ...

Welder

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$21.29 - $28.80/hr

... automatic wire feed process * Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc ... Demonstrate soundness of weld joints while maintaining proper weld dimensions, heat and depth of ...

Welder

Smithville, TN

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

Tenneco- Smithville Welder I. PURPOSE/SUMMARY Tends one or more machine tools, special purpose ... automatic feeding device. Starts machine, engages feed, and observes operation. Mig and/or Tig ...

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What is the difference between Automatic Welder vs Manual Welder?

AspectAutomatic WelderManual Welder
CertificationsTypically requires welding certifications like AWSRequires similar certifications, often AWS or state-specific
Work EnvironmentAutomated production lines, factory settingsOn-site, manual fabrication, construction sites
Work ProcessUses automated equipment to weld with minimal human inputPerforms welding manually using hand-held tools
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, heavy industry, shipbuildingConstruction, repair, custom fabrication

Automatic welders operate machinery to perform welding tasks with minimal human intervention, ideal for high-volume production. Manual welders, on the other hand, perform welding tasks manually, offering flexibility for custom or complex projects. Both roles require similar certifications and are common in manufacturing and construction industries, but their work environments and processes differ significantly.

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$20 - $24/hr

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Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Summary: To provide the highest quality product and assures all products meet the specifications and quality requirements by performing the following functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities:

  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
  • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
  • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
  • Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
  • Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
  • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding.
  • Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks.
  • Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.


Skills:

  • Good verbal and written communication skills 
  • Reading skills
  • Previous metal structure exp. helpful
  • 1 - 3 yrs. min. welding experience required



Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent, Technical School
  • Welding Certificate (will need pass AWS-1G test)
  • Prior experience preferred
  • Forklift and Crane Operation Experience Preferred



1st shift, Monday-Friday 5:00am-3:30pm, overtime scheduled as needed.
2nd shift, Monday-Friday 3:30pm-2:00am, overtime scheduled as needed.