Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Compensation based on skill set and experience

First Shift Hours: 6a-230p Mon-Fri

Second Shift Hours: 230p-1a Mon-Thurs

We are looking for skilled Aluminum and TIG Welders who take pride in precision fabrication, weld quality, and craftsmanship. This position involves welding and assembling aluminum components and structures using GTAW (TIG) process in a manufacturing environment focused on quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented fabricators who understand fit-up, distortion control, weld appearance, and blueprint interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate aluminum TIG (GTAW) welding equipment
• Weld aluminum components and assemblies to drawing, fixture, and WPS requirements
• Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, work instructions, and fabrication drawings
• Fit, align, clamp, and tack components prior to welding
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using measuring equipment such as calipers, squares, tape measures, fixtures, and gauges
• Perform grinding, cleaning, and preparation of aluminum material prior to and after welding
• Maintain weld quality standards with focus on appearance, penetration, distortion control, and dimensional accuracy
• Inspect completed weldments for compliance with quality requirements
• Document production activities and quality checks as required
• Maintain welding equipment and report equipment or tooling issues
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with aluminum TIG
• Ability to produce clean, consistent welds on thin and thick aluminum material
• Understanding of heat control, fit-up, and distortion management
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld symbols
• Experience using fabrication and inspection tools including calipers, squares, and measuring devices
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and improve welding and fabrication skills

Qualifications

• Experience in aluminum TIG welding is beneficial but willing to train the right candidate
• AWS D1.2 experience preferred
• Ability to pass company weld tests
• Experience with aluminum fabrication is beneficial but not required
• Familiarity with fixtures, jigs, precision assemblies, blueprint reading/symbols is a plus

Why Join Us

• Modern aluminum welding equipment
• Opportunity for advanced welding certifications and skill development
• Clean fabrication environment focused on quality workmanship
• Hands-on involvement with fabrication, fixtures, and process improvement
• Career and pay advancement opportunities for motivated welders

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing and fabrication environment around welding equipment, moving machinery, fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise levels. Proper PPE is required at all times.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in various welding positions throughout the shift
• Frequent use of hands and arms for welding, fitting, grinding, and material handling
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally
• Close visual acuity required for weld quality and inspection activities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

You should be proficient in:

• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• TIG Welder

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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