Welder Level II

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Welder II

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Welder II to join a growing manufacturing team. This role is ideal for candidates with strong MIG welding experience, blueprint reading abilities, and the capability to weld and assemble production components with minimal supervision.

Location: Local Facility - details provided during interview
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Conditions: Manufacturing / Welding / Production Environment
Travel: No
Telecommute: No
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Position Summary:

The Welder II will perform MIG welding and assembly work on production and rebuild components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position requires the ability to read prints, weld to specifications, maintain quality standards, and safely operate within an industrial setting.

Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

• Perform MIG welding on sub-assemblies and finished products
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld prints, and production instructions
• Weld components in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions
• Assist with fitting, assembly, and fabrication of production parts
• Perform quality inspections and verify weld accuracy
• Clean and prepare units for next production operation
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and organization
• Follow OSHA safety procedures and all company quality standards
• Utilize forklifts, cranes, lifts, and metalworking equipment as needed
• Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation

Minimum Requirements:

• 4-7 years of welding experience preferred
• MIG welding experience required
• Ability to read blueprints and weld to print
• Strong understanding of welding safety and quality standards
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Welding certification preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or heavy equipment environments
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or lifts
• Mechanical assembly or fabrication experience is a plus

Skills Required:

• MIG welding
• Blueprint and print reading
• Welding inspection and quality control
• Metal fabrication and assembly
• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Manufacturing and welding environment with exposure to machinery, noise, chemicals, and heavy equipment
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and manual dexterity required
• Must be able to safely use PPE and follow all safety guidelines

Company Description

We partner with local businesses, in all industries, to help match the clients needs with candidates who are ready to find their next career. We have dedicated teams that specialize in office services, professional/direct hire, light industrial, manufacturing, search among others. Express Employment Shawnee/Olathe are a part of a network of 830 individually owned offices in US and Canada with far reaching recruiting abilities. Please trust us to find your next dedicated employer.

Company Description We partner with local businesses, in all industries, to help match the clients needs with candidates who are ready to find their next career. We have dedicated teams that specialize in office services, professional/direct hire, light industrial, manufacturing, search among others. Express Employment Shawnee/Olathe are a part of a network of 830 individually owned offices in US and Canada with far reaching recruiting abilities. Please trust us to find your next dedicated employer.