2nd Shift Welder/Fabricator – Structural Steel

Merrill Steel; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Onsite clinic

PTO after 30 days

9 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Boots and safety glasses

Job summary

Merrill Steel is seeking a Welder/Fabricator for the Speedline Department on the 2nd shift in Springfield, MO. The role focuses on flux-core welding, fabrication, layout, alignment, and fitting of heavy structural steel components.

Prior experience with complex welding procedures and proficient blueprint reading are highly preferred. The position offers a competitive benefits package, a night shift premium on evenings, onsite healthcare options, PTO after 30 days, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Experience with flux-core welding and fabricating is required or preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and layout specifications.
• Willingness to work 45–55 hours per week and on second shift.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit, and weld or bolt components according to blueprints and layouts.
• Verify conformance of work pieces using measuring tools such as squares and tapes.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines (grinders, drill presses) and use hand tools.
• Move and position parts using hoists or cranes and complete welding tasks per specifications.
• Inspect finished pieces for quality and fit prior to assembly.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Job description

Merrill Steel is seeking a Welder/Fabricator for the Speedline Department on the 2nd shift in Springfield, MO. The role focuses on flux-core welding, fabrication, layout, alignment, and fitting of heavy structural steel components.

Prior experience with complex welding procedures and proficient blueprint reading are highly preferred. The position offers a competitive benefits package, a night shift premium on evenings, onsite healthcare options, PTO after 30 days, and tuition reimbursement.