$19.75 - $25.50/hr
Full-time, Other
Posted 8 days ago
Job description
Employment Type: 2nd Shift, Full-time, temp-to-hire
Kable Workforce Solutions is hiring a Welder for our client. This job is responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints, selecting and aligning parts for welding, performing MIG welding to precise tolerances, modifying parts when needed, sanding and grinding fabricated components, building fixtures and jigs, operating cranes and hand tools, preparing parts for painting, inspecting finished work, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.
- Proactively attains a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
- Read and interpret blueprints, welding prints and other drawings.
- Select parts from laser cutting/press brake operation to weld and align parts according to specifications.
- Weld parts to specific tolerances.
- Modify or redesign existing parts if necessary.
- Sand, grind, buff, taper and or tap fabricated parts to drawing specifications.
- Design and build fixtures jigs to use in welding and assembly operations.
- Must be able to set up and run MIG welding machines.
- Operate overhead crane and uses various hand tools including saws, shears, drills, and grinders.
- Mig welding experience
- Familiar with metric system
- Blueprint reading experience.
- Autobody sanding experience is a plus.
- Must be knowledgeable of weld shrinkage factors and various welding techniques.
- Must successfully pass entry-level test.
- Prepare fabricated parts for painting.
- Visually inspect each part that is ready for paint.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical functions.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
- Vocational school is preferred.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Moderate physical effort in required to move containers if necessary.
- Ability to walk, stand and carry materials, stoop, kneel, and bend at waist.
- Ability to operate in repetitive motions if necessary.
- Inside conditions
- Climate controlled building
- Exposed to some processing oils and weld sparks.
- Weekly Pay
- Exclusive Access Opportunities to V.I.P. Vault
- Day 1 Benefits
- Various Bonus Opportunities
- Eligibility for Employee of the Month Rewards
Please submit your resume in our application by clicking “apply now.” We look forward to reviewing your application and you will hear from us within 1 business day.
For over 50 years, Kable Workforce Solutions has been connecting skilled professionals with leading employers across the region. We’re dedicated to helping people build lasting careers and helping companies grow through quality, integrity, and partnership.
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Welder Fabricator?
A: To succeed as a Welder Fabricator, key technical skills include proficiency in various welding processes (e.g., Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), metal fabrication techniques, and blueprint reading. Soft skills such as attention to detail, physical stamina, and ability to work in a team environment are also crucial, as they enable welders to maintain high-quality work, manage physically demanding tasks, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Welder Fabricator can excel in their role and advance to more senior positions or specialize in specific areas of the trade.
Q: What is the career path for a Welder Fabricator?
A: A Welder Fabricator's typical career progression involves starting as a Fabrication Assistant or Entry-Level Welder, progressing to a Welder Fabricator or Senior Welder role, and eventually becoming a Lead Welder or Fabrication Supervisor. Key opportunities for skill development include obtaining certifications in specialized welding processes, such as pipe welding or robotic welding, and gaining experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and fabrication management systems. Long-term career prospects may include transitioning into roles like Fabrication Manager, Quality Control Inspector, or even starting one's own fabrication business.
