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Welder - 1st Shift

Be the spark behind the strongest trucks on the road—join our welding team and make your mark!

Location: Morgantown, PA

Make any day a pay day with on-demand pay!

Your Impact - Big and Bold!

You’ll expertly operate welding equipment to fuse aluminum, steel, and galvanneal components that form the backbone of our truck bodies. Your precision and skill ensure every truck we build is tough, durable, and ready to hit the road. Ready to be part of a team that powers America’s fleets? This is your moment!

The more you learn, the more you earn!

We promote almost 100% of our production leaders from within. Most start their leadership career in this welder role or general laborer/assembler role.

What a Day in Your Life Looks Like:

• Blueprint Interpretation: Master the art of reading and interpreting blueprints to weld metals with pinpoint precision—delivering exactly what customers and the company demand
• Heavy Equipment Operation: Take control of heavy equipment like saws to expertly prepare materials, powering the build process with skill and safety
• Machine Setup & Maintenance: Own machine setup and preventative maintenance to keep production running smoothly and efficiently without a hitch
• Quality Inspection: Sharpen your eye to inspect every weld for defects and flaws—ensuring every piece meets top-tier quality standards
• Welding Techniques & Certification: Expand your expertise by learning and applying multiple welding methods, earning certifications that set you apart as a true pro
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Lead the way with rigorous safety and quality checks, guaranteeing flawless results every time

• Safety Policy Adherence: Be a safety champion by consistently following and promoting all safety policies to protect yourself and your team

What You Bring to the Table:

• Weld Test Proficiency: Must successfully pass a weld test to demonstrate skill and quality
• Material Expertise: Proficient in welding mild steel and galvanneal materials
• Experience & Training: Minimum of 6 months welding experience or completion of welding school training
• Technical Skills: Solid grasp of basic math, tape measurement, and computer skills essential for precision
• Tool Handling: Basic experience with hand tools to support welding tasks
• Measurement Understanding: Able to accurately understand and apply measurements on the job
• Blueprint Literacy: Competent in reading and interpreting blueprints for specialized welding applications
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED required
• Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older

What Sets You Apart:

• Previous experience in manufacturing
• Previous experience working on truck bodies

Physical Requirements:

Step into the heart of our fast-paced manufacturing plant, where every task drive progress. In this hands-on role, you'll be on your feet—standing for extended periods, walking, and using your hands to operate tools and equipment with precision. Clear communication is key, so you'll be regularly required to talk and listen as part of a safety-focused, team-driven environment. You’ll also lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical movements like bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and occasionally crawling in tight spaces. Repetitive hand tasks and climbing ladders or working at heights are part of the role.

Why Morgan? Because You Deserve the Best:

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all — and we do it with passion and precision.

See our story: A History of Morgan

We offer:

• Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)- your health matters
• 401(k) with company match — because your future matters
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
• Paid holidays and vacation time — we know balance is key
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear- because we care about your safety

Join a team where your impact is real, your growth is limitless, and your work fuels the future of transportation!

What Drives Us at Morgan:

At Morgan Truck Body, our shared values aren’t just words on a wall — they’re the heart of everything we do. They fuel our success, shape our culture, and guide how we show up for each other, our customers, and the future of transportation.

We Celebrate People
We recognize and value the individuals behind the build — the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day.

We Lead with Integrity
Doing the right thing isn’t optional — it’s how we operate, always. Honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision.

We Deliver Results
We show up, step up, and get it done. Our commitment to performance means exceeding expectations and raising the bar — for ourselves and our customers.

We Work with Passion
We love what we build — and it shows. From the factory floor to the front office, we bring energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors.

Ready to rev up your career? Check out our Careers Page and discover what Morgan Truck Body can do for you!

At Morgan Truck Body, part of the J.B. Poindexter & Co. family, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind — regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This commitment applies to every part of your journey with us — from hiring and promotions to compensation, training, and beyond.

Diversity drives innovation. Inclusion fuels our strength. At Morgan, everyone belongs.

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