Union Welder Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Metal Shop Certified Welder is responsible for fabricating production assemblies for precast manufacturing and ensuring all work meets company and PCI certification standards. This role involves welding, cutting, and assembling components using shop equipment, including welders, saws, presses, and forklifts. The position plays a key role in supporting efficient production through high-quality, accurate, and safe fabrication work.

*2nd Shift Position - 2:00 pm start*

Starting Wage $33.02 + $2.00 an hour shift differential

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether youre in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOULL DO

• Perform welding operations that meet company and PCI certification standards
• Operate shop equipment, including welders, forklifts, shears, punches, drill presses, and band saws
• Fabricate and assemble production components used in precast manufacturing
• Build and set up jigs for fabrication work as needed
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and production drawings
• Use gas/acetylene torches for cutting and fabrication tasks
• Transport and handle materials safely within the shop environment
• Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and safely
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and quality standards
• Support additional shop and production tasks as assigned

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a skilled and safety-focused welder with a strong work ethic and experience in a shop or manufacturing environment. They are detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in producing high-quality fabrication work that meets strict standards. This individual works well both independently and as part of a team, adapts to changing production needs, and is committed to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Welding certification preferred (willingness to test and certify required)
• Ability to read blueprints, steel orders, and basic technical documents
• General math skills and ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred (training provided)
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a production environment

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.