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Oshkosh Corporation

Welder - Manufacturing

Jefferson City, TN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

This position is responsible for operating welding equipment to build high quality parts, subassemblies, and finished product. Weldments vary in type, size, and direction and are performed on a ...

Anchor Fabrication Tennessee

Welder

Smithville, TN · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

Qualifications: * 1 year of MIG welding experience, preferred. * Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications. * The ability to perform in a dynamic and fast paced ...

Coats

Senior Welding Supervisor

La Vergne, TN · On-site

Department Manufacturing / Production Operations Direct Reports Welding Leads, Welders/Fabricators, Robotic Welding Operators Employment Type Full-Time, Exempt / Salaried Position Summary The Senior ...

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Coats

Senior Welding Supervisor

La Vergne, TN · On-site

Department Manufacturing / Production Operations Direct Reports Welding Leads, Welders/Fabricators, Robotic Welding Operators Employment Type Full-Time, Exempt / Salaried Position Summary The Senior ...

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MORTON INDUSTRIES

Production MIG Welder

Dunlap, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

At Morton Industries, welding isn't just about joining metal--it's about building products that customers depend on every day. If you take pride in laying down a clean bead, reading a print, and ...

Morton Industries

Production MIG Welder

Dunlap, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

At Morton Industries, welding isn't just about joining metal-it's about building products that customers depend on every day. If you take pride in laying down a clean bead, reading a print, and ...

Anchor Fabrication

SMI - Welder Fab

Smithville, TN

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Undertake other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility of position. * 1 year of MIG welding experience, preferred. * Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and product ...

Anchor Fabrication

SMI - Welder Fab

Smithville, TN · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Undertake other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility of position. * 1 year of MIG welding experience, preferred. * Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and product ...

Venteon

1st Shift Welding Engineer

Watertown, TN · On-site

$110K/yr

Develop new Welding Technologies related to new products requirement. * Support Operations in acquiring the needed level of equipment knowledge. * Provide key input into the development of ...

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Top Gun Staffing Inc

Weld Engineer

Lawrenceburg, TN · On-site

$33.50 - $46.25/hr

Evaluate existing welding methods and recommend improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. * Support engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams with welding ...

Top Gun Staffing Inc

Weld Engineer

Lawrenceburg, TN · On-site

$33.50 - $46.25/hr

Evaluate existing welding methods and recommend improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. * Support engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams with welding ...

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How much do production welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for production welding in Tennessee is $20.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is production welding?

A Production Welding job involves welding components in a manufacturing or assembly line setting. Welders in this role follow blueprints, specifications, and safety guidelines to produce high-quality welds efficiently. The work often involves repetitive tasks using MIG, TIG, or other welding techniques to ensure consistency in mass production. This position requires knowledge of welding equipment, materials, and quality control standards. Production welders typically work in industries like automotive, aerospace, and metal fabrication.

What does a production welder do?

A typical day for a Production Welder involves reading blueprints or work orders, setting up and operating welding equipment, and assembling metal components using various welding techniques. You’ll spend much of your shift on the production floor, working independently or alongside other welders and fabricators to meet production goals while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. Collaboration with supervisors, quality control inspectors, and maintenance staff is common to ensure seamless workflow and troubleshoot any issues that arise. The nature of the work is hands-on and can be physically demanding, but it's also rewarding for those who enjoy working with their hands and seeing tangible results from their efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for production welding?

To excel in Production Welding, a strong background in metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, or Stick welding is essential, often backed by a high school diploma and relevant certifications like AWS (American Welding Society). Familiarity with welding machines, fabrication tools, measuring devices, and safety systems is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, teamwork, and problem-solving are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality welds, adherence to safety protocols, and efficient collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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Infographic showing various Production Welding job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,287 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Welder - Manufacturing

Oshkosh Corporation

Jefferson City, TN • On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Oshkosh Corporation rating

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

291st of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.
This position is responsible for operating welding equipment to build high quality parts, subassemblies, and finished product. Weldments vary in type, size, and direction and are performed on a variety of production lines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Adjust welding machine settings to proper weld configurations
• Use tools such as grinders, needle guns, wire wheels, etc. for cleanliness of finished welds
• Heats and forms metal parts and components using hand tools, torch, or welding equipment
• Welds components in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions
• Accurately operate and read measuring devices
• Assemble and weld various metal parts together
• Properly position material/parts to be welded
• Train and work in various areas of production in response to production demands
• Follow verbal and written work instructions including ability to read blueprints
• Attention to detail necessary to adhere to quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards
• Work in both team and individual settings
• Regular attendance required
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must receive a passing score on the Welder Qualification test and recertify skills as required by program guidelines
• Must have completed a weld class / curriculum
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team at [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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