2ND SHIFT MIG/TIG WELDER

WORKFORCE Employment Specialists, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WORKFORCE Employment Specialists, LLC in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a TIG/MIG Welder to join our production team. You will read blueprints, set up welding machines, and perform TIG and MIG welds on steel and stainless components.

The role requires 2+ years of welding experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a welding certification. You will uphold quality standards, maintain equipment, and work closely with teammates to optimize productivity.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets blueprints/drawings to determine welding requirements.
• Reads tape measures and weld symbols accurately.
• Proficient in MIG and TIG welding.
• Basic math and computer skills for basic tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up welding machines for each job.
• MIG and TIG weld stainless and steel per drawings.
• Prepare welding cell for production runs.
• Maintain equipment and workspace in good condition.
• Ensure products meet quality standards.

Skills

Read blueprints

Read tape measure

Weld symbols

Basic math

Basic computer

Teamwork

Dependable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: TIG and MIG production welding using blueprints and drawings.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up welding machines based on the job at hand.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• MIG and TIG welds steel and stainless components based on the specifics of the blueprints and or drawings.
• Sets up welding cell for production run.
• Perform all necessary system transactions.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards.
• Maintains equipment and workspace in good condition.
• Reports on issues, malfunction, or defective parts.
• Adheres to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Follows all assigned duties assigned by either Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Provides a great level of attention to detail and focuses on the given task.
• Works with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years welding experience
• Welding Certification from accredited training facility
• Pass an in-person welding test for TIG and MIG welding

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be dependable and cooperative
• Ability to read tape measure
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to read weld symbols
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic math/to include fractions
• Ability to work regular schedules set forth by the Management team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Standing for entire shift.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Able to twist, bend, stoop as needed.
• Weld jacket and gloves will be provided by company
• Welding helmet will be provided upon request and must be signed for.