Pierce Manufacturing
Pierce Manufacturing

60 Pierce Manufacturing Welder Jobs Hiring Near You

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blue prints and ...

Welder - Manufacturing

Appleton, WI · On-site

$29.28 - $31.28/hr

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

Welder - Hiring Now

Appleton, WI · On-site

$29.28 - $31.28/hr

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blue prints and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and ... Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

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Pierce Manufacturing Jobs Information

Do workers at Pierce Manufacturing get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
91% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Does Pierce Manufacturing pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
35% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

At Pierce Manufacturing, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
96% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Pierce Manufacturing affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Pierce Manufacturing?

Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 90% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Pierce Manufacturing worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Pierce Manufacturing workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Pierce Manufacturing workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
62% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Pierce Manufacturing?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Pierce Manufacturing managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
92% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do jobs at Pierce Manufacturing spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
5% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Pierce Manufacturing?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
87% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at Pierce Manufacturing good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
46% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Pierce Manufacturing feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Pierce Manufacturing get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
89% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Pierce Manufacturing?

Some people feel stressed here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Pierce Manufacturing enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
71% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Pierce Manufacturing recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
61% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Pierce Manufacturing?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
53% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Pierce Manufacturing?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think Pierce Manufacturing’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Pierce Manufacturing is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
51% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
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Welder - Manufacturing

Oshkosh Corporation

Weyauwega, WI • On-site

$29.28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Oshkosh Corporation rating

7.4

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 Pierce, an Oshkosh company
At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.
With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:
  • Competitive Pay - pay based on experience and education, starting rate $29.28 per hour
    • Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package - Available Day 1
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)
  • Relocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50-mile radius
  • Job Stability
  • Opportunities for Career Growth
  • Hands-On Approach
  • Customer Focus
  • Culture for Fostering Teamwork
  • Respected Leaders
  • People First Culture
  • Hiring Immediately

Shift Overview:
  • Opening is on 1st Shift
  • Shift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location
  • 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday's and occasionally Saturday's

Summary of Job Description
The positions within Welder I are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blue prints and schematic diagrams. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Essential Functions
  • Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
  • Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
  • Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blue prints
  • Set up parts for the welding process
  • Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts.
  • Weld sheet metal materials
  • Apply measurements to parts and equipment
  • Use and operate hand and power tools
  • Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
  • Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting
  • Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
  • Understand the differences in parts and tools
  • Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record
  • Work overtime as needed
  • Sweep and clean shop area
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions
*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.
  • Install hose and cord reels and generators*
  • Mounting of parts*
  • Retrieve parts from outside*
  • Participate in rotating jobs
  • Assist in training new employee

Basic Qualifications
  • 1 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous welding experience.
  • Ability to obtain a certificate in Welding with Pierce Manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications to complete Essential Functions
  • Associates Degree in Welding or Certified Welder.
  • Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing.
  • Blue Print reading skills
  • Previous Wega Department Experience

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions
*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.
  • Perform all assigned tasks
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers
  • Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
  • Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
  • Hear safety alarms and other co-workers
  • Detect heat when welding
  • Perform measurement and counting tasks
  • Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blue prints effectively
  • Understand and identify safety issues
  • Tolerate constant standing for the entire shift
  • Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling for below waist work
  • Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while welding
  • Maintain balance when climbing on a portable steps
  • Perform welding/assembling tasks while in awkward positions
  • Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
  • Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
  • Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively

Remember task sequence and safety constraints
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 by email [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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