Welder
Sturgis, MI · On-site
$18 - $23.75/hr
PPE: Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required ...
Welder
Sturgis, MI · On-site
$18 - $23.75/hr
PPE: Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required ...
Welder
Sturgis, MI · On-site
$18 - $23.75/hr
PPE: Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required ...
Welder
Sturgis, MI · On-site
$18 - $23.75/hr
PPE: Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required ...
Traveling MIG Welder
Detroit, MI · On-site
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
Detroit, MI · On-site
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
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Traveling MIG Welder
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
Detroit, MI · On-site
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
Traveling MIG Welder
Detroit, MI · On-site
$2.1K/wk
Job Scope: * MIG welding * Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions * Weld ... Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping * Must be able to read measuring devices
3rd Robotic Welder
Holland, MI · On-site
$16.75 - $23/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
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3rd Robotic Welder
Holland, MI · On-site
$16.75 - $23/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
New
2nd shift Robotic Welder
Holland, MI · On-site
$16.75 - $23/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
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2nd shift Robotic Welder
Holland, MI · On-site
$16.75 - $23/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
Skilled Trades / Maintenance Apprenticeship
Ionia, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Work side by side with a maintenance journeyman for hands on learning and to ensure safe procedures are learned to work with presses, welders, robots, and other industrial machinery throughout the ...
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Skilled Trades / Maintenance Apprenticeship
Ionia, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Work side by side with a maintenance journeyman for hands on learning and to ensure safe procedures are learned to work with presses, welders, robots, and other industrial machinery throughout the ...
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Skilled Trades / Maintenance Apprenticeship
Ionia, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Work side by side with a maintenance journeyman for hands on learning and to ensure safe procedures are learned to work with presses, welders, robots, and other industrial machinery throughout the ...
New
Skilled Trades / Maintenance Apprenticeship
Ionia, MI · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
Work side by side with a maintenance journeyman for hands on learning and to ensure safe procedures are learned to work with presses, welders, robots, and other industrial machinery throughout the ...
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Packaging 3rd shift
Holland, MI · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
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Packaging 3rd shift
Holland, MI · On-site
$14 - $17.25/hr
Our client located on the south side of Holland is a leading North American supplier of propulsion ... Responsible for welding the sub-assemblies to the final assembly by spot welding nuts onto parts.
Rollform Operator/Technician
Grand Haven, MI · On-site
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Rollform Operator/Technician
Grand Haven, MI · On-site
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Rollform Operator/Technician
Grand Haven, MI · On-site
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Rollform Operator/Technician
Grand Haven, MI · On-site
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Rollform Operator/Technician
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Rollform Operator/Technician
$17 - $21.02/hr
Weld coil ends together using tungsten inert gas welding (or other means if required by the job and ... Perform cutoff blade, die steel, side cam and other perishable cutoff tooling replacements as ...
Mechanic II
$40.40/hr
Welder: Perform duties necessary to plan lay out, and complete assignments related to burning ... Drives on out of town and side trips as required. * May be assigned to perform tasks, either with ...
Mechanic II
$40.40/hr
Welder: Perform duties necessary to plan lay out, and complete assignments related to burning ... Drives on out of town and side trips as required. * May be assigned to perform tasks, either with ...
Fabricator
Detroit, MI · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
Assemble components by welding, bolting, or riveting, ensuring accurate alignment and fit ... In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit's southwest side, where, for ...
Fabricator
Detroit, MI · On-site
$17 - $22/hr
Assemble components by welding, bolting, or riveting, ensuring accurate alignment and fit ... In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit's southwest side, where, for ...
Production Lead
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Production Lead
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Production Lead
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Production Lead
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Production Lead
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Production Lead
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side ... Train and mentor operators, welders, and machine operators on procedures and equipment * Monitor ...
Product Engineer (Battery Housing)
Wixom, MI · On-site
$100K/yr
... side structures) using CAD tools (CATIA, NX), or optimizing an initial product design to improve ... Select materials (high-strength steels, aluminum) and design for stamping, welding, assembly, and ...
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Product Engineer (Battery Housing)
Wixom, MI · On-site
$100K/yr
... side structures) using CAD tools (CATIA, NX), or optimizing an initial product design to improve ... Select materials (high-strength steels, aluminum) and design for stamping, welding, assembly, and ...
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A Welding Side job typically refers to welding work done as a side hustle or secondary job, often on a contract or freelance basis. Welders in these roles take on projects outside of full-time employment, such as repair work, custom fabrication, or small construction jobs. This type of work allows flexibility in scheduling and can be a way to earn extra income. Common industries for side welding jobs include automotive repair, metal art, and home improvement projects.
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$18 - $23.75/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
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Job description
MORGAN OLSON LLC
Morgan Olson is the leading walk-in van body manufacturer in North America producing over 7,500 vehicles annually. Morgan Olson's portfolio of customers serves a multitude of industries and delivery applications. The primary industry served by these iconic Morgan Olson Walk-in vans is parcel package pick up & delivery because most everything ordered on-line is delivered by a Morgan Olson Walk-In Stepvan. Other key industries served include Textile Rental and Laundry services, baking and snack foods, newspaper delivery, service & utility vehicles, and the ever-growing mobile cuisine food trucks!
Morgan Olson's leadership stands committed and focused. Reinvesting tens of millions of dollars back into Morgan Olson's production facilities with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation technologies, producing the safest and most efficient "last mile" home delivery work trucks on the market today.
Job Title: Welder
Job Description:
Performs various welding operations (MIG, TIG, STICK) in a timely and orderly manner, to ensure work meets company and customer specifications and standards.
Essential Functions and Activities:
Physical Requirements/Hazards:
Job requires extensive standing, bending, lifting, reaching, twisting and turning to weld parts. Lifting will involve fabricated parts and assemblies weighing anywhere from several pounds to 50 pounds. Parts weighing more than 50 pounds are handled with a hoist or with help from another team member.
PPE:Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required depending upon the task at hand.
Qualifications:
Benefits:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Morgan Olson is the leading walk-in van body manufacturer in North America producing over 7,500 vehicles annually. Morgan Olson's portfolio of customers serves a multitude of industries and delivery applications. The primary industry served by these iconic Morgan Olson Walk-in vans is parcel package pick up & delivery because most everything ordered on-line is delivered by a Morgan Olson Walk-In Stepvan. Other key industries served include Textile Rental and Laundry services, baking and snack foods, newspaper delivery, service & utility vehicles, and the ever-growing mobile cuisine food trucks!
Morgan Olson's leadership stands committed and focused. Reinvesting tens of millions of dollars back into Morgan Olson's production facilities with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation technologies, producing the safest and most efficient "last mile" home delivery work trucks on the market today.
Job Title: Welder
Job Description:
Performs various welding operations (MIG, TIG, STICK) in a timely and orderly manner, to ensure work meets company and customer specifications and standards.
Essential Functions and Activities:
- Set-up, assemble, align, secure and clamp component parts with jigs and fixtures to tack or finish weld together aluminum and/or steel parts as called for by shop routings.
- Work from blueprints, work orders or as instructed by supervisor
- Sets and adjusts welding machine for optimal weld and quality assurance
- Maintains proper maintenance on welding guns
- Maintains cleanliness of machines and equipment and general work area.
- Supports and participates in Morgan Olson's PPS team efforts.
- Adheres to Quality policy by exceeding customer expectations, being customer focused and supporting continuous improvement activities.
- Adheres to Safety policies and practices behavioral based safety 100% of the time.
- Other duties as required.
Physical Requirements/Hazards:
Job requires extensive standing, bending, lifting, reaching, twisting and turning to weld parts. Lifting will involve fabricated parts and assemblies weighing anywhere from several pounds to 50 pounds. Parts weighing more than 50 pounds are handled with a hoist or with help from another team member.
PPE:Steel toed safety shoes, Welding Helmet, Welding Gloves, Tinted Safety glasses with side shields are always required. Other PPE such as hearing protection, respirators, etc. may be required depending upon the task at hand.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must pass welding test
- 2-3 years' welding experience in aluminum / steel Mig, TIG and Stick welding
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Ability to set up welding machines
- Computer literate and familiar with measuring tools
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
- Company paid life insurance
- 10 company paid holidays
- Vacation and personal time
Equal Opportunity Employer
About JB Poindexter & Co
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Industry
Motor vehicle manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1981