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The Welder is responsible for performing welding, fabrication, and final assembly of hollow metal frames and related components. This role supports production operations suggest by safely operating welding equipment, completing general shop tasks, and ensuring finished products meet quality and order specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication activities to assemble hollow metal frames and components
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment (e.g., SMAW, GMAW)
• Layout, position, align, and secure parts prior to welding; cut or alter materials as needed
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
• Follow all safety, PPE, OSHA, and company policies and procedures
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or material defects
• Perform general shop duties such as organizing materials, staging outgoing products, assisting with loading/unloading, and maintaining workspace cleanliness
• Assist with door alterations, installation of lite kits, on-site service work, local deliveries, and inventory activities as assigned
• Participate in shop meetings and support production needs during peak periods

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior welding experience
• Knowledge of welding equipment, tools, and safe operating practices
• Ability to read drawings, follow written and verbal instructions, and work independently
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Must speak English fluently
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Overtime may be required during peak workloads
• Valid driver’s license and insurability may be required

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed Indoor, climate-controlled shop environment. Frequent use of hand and power tools, welders and grinders. Regular standing, lifting, and material handling required. Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in all work areas.

Additional Information

Benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance, as well as Voluntary Benefits, HSA & FSA, and Employee contribution to 401k. *Employer match, up to 4%. PTO and paid Holidays.

Hourly: $20-$25 DOE

Hours: M-F, 7:30AM - 4:15PM

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. This role is classified as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject to a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy. Drug screening will be conducted in accordance with federal regulations, including but not limited to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and applicable state and local laws. A positive drug test or failure to comply with the screening process will result in disqualification from employment.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position and may be modified based on position location and facility need. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as directed by management. All job requirements are subject to change over time, at the discretion of management, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. If offered as a part-time position, wages will be non-exempt, paid at an hourly rate.

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