2nd Shift Welder- Charlotte, NC

SteelFab, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Welders and Fitters to join their dynamic team in Charlotte, NC. This role involves cutting and joining metals, operating various welding equipment, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in FCAW and SMAW welding techniques, along with the ability to read blueprints and follow detailed procedures. If you are passionate about steel fabrication and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in the manufacturing sector!

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. over shoulder height.
• Familiar with FCAW and SMAW welding procedures.
• Two years’ experience in steel fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform FCAW and SMAW welding on various materials.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret weld symbols and blueprints.

Skills

FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding)

SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)

Blueprint Reading

Steel Fabrication

Material Heating

Education

High School Education or Equivalent

Tools

Air Arc

90° Angle Grinder

Bridge Crane

Heating Torch

Cutting Torch

Job description

We are looking for skilled Welders and/or Fitters (knowledge of both is a plus) to cut and join metals and other materials at our Charlotte, NC facility.

Shift Times:

2nd: 4:00pm-2:00am, Monday-Friday

1st: 5:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday

Essential Job Functions

1. Perform FCAW (2G) welding. Be able to pass 2G test in FCAW on 1” thick coupon. Be able to pass 2G test in SMAW group 4 electrodes on 3/8” coupon.
2. Operate air arc to remove steel (back gouging).
3. Grind with 90° angle grinder.
4. Operate pendent controlled bridge crane safely and efficiently.
5. Read weld symbols and check weld size using weld fillet gauges.
6. Heat material to required temperature using temperature sticks and heating torch/cutting torch (read and follow pre-heart & interpass temperature tables).
7. Set machines according to procedure charts.
8. Use air chipper to chip off slag.
9. Use natural gas tube heaters to pre-heat steel.
10. Operate stud welder.
11. Follow weld procedures as it applies to volts, amps & wire feed speed.
12. Heat, straighten and be able to know when to use pre-heat to offset distortion.
13. Meet requirement of Class “C” and “B” welders with greater efficiency.
14. Perform other duties as required by management.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required: High school education or equivalent. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. over shoulder height. Be able to read blueprints. FCAW (2G) SMAW (2G). Be able to read weld symbols and be familiar with weld procedures. Must be familiar with WP1 (manual shielded metal arc welding of carbon steel) and WP2 (Flux cored arc welding of carbon steel) and WP3 (Flux cored arc welding with gas shielding of carbon steel).

Preferred: Two or more years’ experience in manufacturing in the steel fabrication industry. Proficiency and use of software, equipment, machines, tools, and electronic devices necessary for the job: Air arc, 90° angle grinder, crane, heating torch, cutting torch.