2nd Shift Welder — Precision Fabrication Pro

Avero; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Avero in South Bend, IN is seeking an experienced Welder to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on welding experience, read blueprints, and work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include welding and flame-cutting, inspecting finished work, and maintaining quality standards, with a commitment to teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding certification or vocational/trade school training preferred.
• Approximately 2–5 years of manufacturing and/or welding experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, blueprints, layouts, and written procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to producing quality work.
• Must be able to successfully complete a hands-on welding skills test.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal components and parts using appropriate welding equipment and techniques.
• Use hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld, cut, trim, or scarf metal components to specified dimensions.
• Read and interpret layouts, blueprints, diagrams, and work orders.
• Position and secure parts using jigs, fixtures, clamps, and other equipment.
• Select and properly set up welding equipment, electrodes, torches, filler rods, and related materials.
• Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Repair broken or cracked components and fill holes or other imperfections using welding equipment.
• Grind and remove excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand and power tools.
• Prepare and clean metal surfaces before and after welding.
• Inspect finished work to ensure it meets required specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and required PPE.
• Perform other duties related to welding and manufacturing as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification/trade training

Job description

Avero in South Bend, IN is seeking an experienced Welder to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on welding experience, read blueprints, and work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include welding and flame-cutting, inspecting finished work, and maintaining quality standards, with a commitment to teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement.