2nd Shift Welder Operator — Precision Setup & Fabrication

Fairbanks Morse, LLC; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Engine in Beloit, WI is seeking a 2nd Shift Welder Operator Setup to perform welding using a variety of procedures on large-scale equipment. Training will be on 1st shift, with transition to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up sub-assemblies, welding in all positions, and maintaining tight tolerances. U.S. citizenship is required per NOFORN policy; join a skilled team focused on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven welding experience or technical welding knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Understanding of quality control principles.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and physical capability for manufacturing work.
• High school diploma required; technical training preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-based manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive job assignments, verbal instructions, sketches, blueprints, and welding procedures.
• Work to codes requiring third-party inspection verification.
• Perform setup operations on sub-assemblies and production parts.
• Perform welding on experimental jigs and fixtures.
• Plan, layout, and assemble work with or without fixtures.
• Weld in all positions as required.
• Cut, trim, grind, fit, tack weld, weld, solder, flame cut, and anneal components.
• Select filler metals and welding variables to control distortion and shrinkage.
• Read and interpret welding drawings and specifications.
• Determine weld size/type when not specified.
• Complete setup and welding operations as assigned.
• Operate magnaflux equipment and identify defects for Quality Control review.
• Maintain tolerances up to 1/64".
• Support changeovers or modifications on semi-automatic welding systems.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Arc welding equipment

Gas welding equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Fairbanks Morse Engine in Beloit, WI is seeking a 2nd Shift Welder Operator Setup to perform welding using a variety of procedures on large-scale equipment. Training will be on 1st shift, with transition to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up sub-assemblies, welding in all positions, and maintaining tight tolerances. U.S. citizenship is required per NOFORN policy; join a skilled team focused on quality and safety.