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Welding Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Production will resume after the Welding Coordinator approves the corrected process. * Possess a general knowledge of Metal fabrication processes, techniques, and engineering including but not ...

Welder

Fairfield, OH

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

* Perform production welding following standardized procedures and quality standards. * Interpret blueprints and dimensional layouts to fabricate components accurately. * Weld using TIG, GMAW (MIG ...

Production Welder

Clinton, SC · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Production Supervisor / Welding Manager About Southern Aluminum Foundry: Southern Aluminum Foundry, part of the CaneKast network, is a premier provider of high-quality aluminum castings. We ...

Production Welder C: $21.00 - $26.54 Location: Minonk, IL What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

MIG Welder

Hamilton, MI

$20 - $24.50/hr

Welding is of carbon steel with no production welding. This client specializes in material handling equipment and have done custom fabrication products for many different industries. * Resume ...

Production Welder

Anderson, SC · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Production Welder C: $20.25 - $25.71 What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

Welder

Tipton, IA

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Perform production MIG and flux core welding * Read and interpret basic blueprints to understand weld symbols, dimensions, and fabrication requirements for a variety of projects such as casinos ...

Develop weld profiles and processes that are appropriate for the materials and application of the product. * Design fixtures required for welding and fabrication using Solidworks models and drawings.

Production Welder C: $21.00 - $26.54 Location: Minonk, IL What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

Production Welder

Peabody, MA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Must be able to understand and follow welding and assembly prints. * The candidate must be able to work with minimal supervision around other welders in a production ISO environment. The ...

Production Welder

Minonk, IL · On-site

$21 - $35.44/hr

Production Welder C: $21.00 - $26.54 Location: Minonk, IL What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

Production Welder

Anderson, SC

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Production Welder C: $20.25 - $25.71 What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

Production Welder

Minonk, IL

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Production Welder C: $21.00 - $26.54 Location: Minonk, IL What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

Production Welder

Minonk, IL

$26.50 - $35.44/hr

Production Welder C: $21.00 - $26.54 Location: Minonk, IL What You'll Do ... Perform MIG welding on metal components Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols Set up ...

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How much do production welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for production welding in the United States is $22.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Production Welder?

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 to thrive in the Production Welding position, and why are they important?

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.

What is a Production Welding job?

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.

Can you make $100,000 a year welding?

Production welders can potentially earn $100,000 annually, especially with experience, specialized skills, certifications, and working in high-demand industries or locations. However, such salaries are typically achieved through overtime, advanced certifications, or supervisory roles, and are not common for entry-level positions.
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Welding Engineer

Welding Engineer

Mcalpin Industries Inc

Rochester, NY • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Description:

General Job Summary:

  • Develops welding techniques, procedures, and application of welding equipment to problems involving fabrication of metals, utilizing knowledge of production specifications, properties and characteristics of metals and metal alloys, and engineering principles: Conducts research and development investigations to develop and test new fabrication processes and procedures, improve existing or develop new welding equipment, develop new or modify current welding methods, techniques, and procedures.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

  • Develop weld profiles and processes that are appropriate for the materials and application of the product.
  • Design fixtures required for welding and fabrication using Solidworks models and drawings.
  • Develops and monitors processes to meet ASME Codes including analyzing weld coupons and creating reports. CWI certification preferred.
  • Write and maintain Welding Procedure Standards (WPS) for general and specific welding applications.
  • Direct and coordinate technical personnel in performing inspections to ensure workers' compliance with established welding procedures, restrictions, and standards; in testing welds for conformance with code requirements; or testing welding personnel for certification.
  • Proficient in implementing MIG, TIG and Resistance Welding processes, and is familiar with welding equipment and consumables used in production welding.
  • The Welding Engineer is responsible for supporting and troubleshooting welding manufacturing processes, optimizing production capabilities and driving welding improvements.
  • Observe and monitor weld processes for conformance to established WPS as Welding Coordinator
  • Is authorized to interrupt any welding process found out of compliance with established WPS.
  • Will immediately inform the area supervisor of the non-conformance and production interruption.
  • Production will resume after the Welding Coordinator approves the corrected process.
  • Possess a general knowledge of Metal fabrication processes, techniques, and engineering including but not limited to CNC blanking, press brakes, stamping, machining, and finishing processes.
  • Collaborate and communicate across cross functional departments while applying knowledge and experience to innovate and improve welding processes used to manufacture products.
  • Explore new welding technologies that can be applied to improve Productivity and Quality and facilitate entry into new markets or provides a competitive advantage.
  • Apply problem-solving skills with an analytical approach and attention to detail. Directs data collection for analysis of weld processes.
  • Promote and adopt the continuous improvement culture by focusing on problem solving to drive improvements in the organization’s safety, quality, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and overall financial health of the company.




Supervisory Responsibilities:

None


Requirements:

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.)

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) preferred

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

3-5 years metal fabrication experience

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Internet Explorer, Design software, and CAD software including: solidworks, Autocad, ProE and others.

Other Requirements:

  • Good communication skills with the ability to develop reports and verbally communicate with different
  • levels inside and outside the organization.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently, cross functionally, or part of a team.
  • Ability to be effective working with shop floor employees and to adjust work schedule at times if needed.
  • Ability to handle a variety of assignments and changing priorities.
  • Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point.
  • Experience with MRP software, PLEX preferred

Language Skills:

High Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

High Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Very High Skills: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Associate is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, maneuver through the office and factory, talk or hear, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform within the described work environment.

While performing the duties of this job the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.