1st Shift - Welder

Staffing Support Specialists; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision

Disability insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Staffing Support Specialists is seeking a Welder for on-site work on first and second shifts. The role requires reading blueprints, following welding procedures, and performing welds to exact specifications on structural projects.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of welding experience, familiarity with AWS D1.1 standards, and the ability to work with Flux Core, Metal Core, GMAW, and Sub Arc processes. Safety and quality are paramount.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years welding experience; structural weldments preferred.
• Experience welding to AWS D1.1 standards preferred.
• Knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint interpretation preferred.
• Experience with welding processes (Flux Core, Metal Core, GMAW, Sub Arc).
• Ability to weld material 1/2-inch thickness or greater.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks safely and efficiently following procedures and WPS.
• Read blueprints and welding symbols to meet specifications.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment to required parameters.
• Inspect welds and parts for quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Identify and report nonconforming work or production concerns to supervision.
• Operate forklifts or cranes to move components safely.
• Maintain welding tools and work area in good condition.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team to meet production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding symbols understand

Quality consciousness

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Flux Core welding

Metal Core welding

GMAW

Sub Arc welding

Job description

Welder

Shift Availability

Openings are available on 1st and 2nd shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(Including the following, however, additional duties may apply as required)

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
• Performs welding operations accurately and efficiently in accordance with established procedures
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions to complete projects to specification
• Follow welding procedure specifications (WPS), drawings, and company standards
• Apply working knowledge of welding processes (Flux Core, Metal Core, GMAW, Sub Arc, etc.)
• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment, including wire feed speed, voltage, and other parameters, to meet job requirements
• Use measuring tools and gauges to verify dimensions, alignment, and weld placement
• Inspect completed welds and parts to ensure quality, dimensional accuracy, and conformance
• Identify and report nonconforming work, quality issues, or production concerns to supervision
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment to position and move components safely
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work area in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to resolve issues and meet production goals

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience; experience with structural weldments preferred
• Experience welding to AWS D1.1 standards preferred
• Knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint interpretation preferred
• Experience with welding processes (Flux Core, Metal Core, GMAW, Sub Arc, etc.)
• Experience performing pre-heats and stack welding preferred
• Demonstrated ability to weld material 1/2-inch thickness or greater
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent work experience considered

Physical Demands

Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane and forklift. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when required. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package starting after 30 days of employment that includes:

• Free Medical Direct Primary Care, Diagnostic Testing & Many Surgeries
• Company-paid Dental and Vision (no employee premiums)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k), Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Company Events & Recognition Programs, and much more

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This position is ideal for those who are passionate about welding, enjoy working on a variety of large and complex structural projects, take pride in precision and quality, value safety and procedure compliance, and are seeking long-term stability with a family-owned manufacturer.