Aluminum Welder

Reliance One, Inc.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

4-day workweek

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Professional development opportunities

Employee referral program

Paid training

On-the-job training

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Reliance One, Inc. is hiring an experienced Aluminum Welder for a direct hire position in Jackson, MI. You will use MIG and TIG welding to produce aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components per customer specifications. Reading blueprints and GD&T is required, with AWS certification preferred.

The role operates on a 2nd shift, Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM, four-day workweek, and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Forklift license is preferred; no travel is required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T notation.
• AWS certification is required.
• Forklift license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment.
• Perform GTAW and GMAW welding on aluminum and steel joints.
• Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components as required.
• Assemble welded products and fixtures for production runs.
• Perform first-piece layouts and use CMM reports to troubleshoot builds.
• Maintain accurate job documentation for production runs.
• Operate robotic welding equipment in automatic mode.
• Repair assemblies following robotic welding.
• Investigate and correct issues identified during build or inspection.
• Ensure products meet internal and customer specifications.

Skills

Aluminum welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding training

AWS Certification

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Robotic welding equipment

CMM reports inspection tools

Job description

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Forklift license preferred

Jackson, Michigan

Direct Hire Opportunity

2nd Shift | Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM–2:00 AM

$18–$24 per Hour

Position Highlights

• Direct hire opportunity
• $18–$24 per hour
• 4-day workweek
• Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM
• Comprehensive benefits package
• No travel required

Please Note: All welding candidates will be required to complete an assessment as well as an on-site welding test prior to the interview.

Position Summary

• Reliance One, Inc. is hiring an experienced Aluminum Welder for one of our trusted clients specializing in precision manufacturing and welded assemblies.
• The Aluminum Welder will utilize MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components and assemblies in accordance with customer specifications.
• This position will also support quality activities involving part layouts and inspections, requiring the ability to read blueprints, understand GD&T, utilize inspection tools, and troubleshoot builds using CMM reports.
• The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of industrial welding experience with hands-on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment
• Perform GTAW and GMAW welding on aluminum and mild steel joints
• Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components as required
• Assemble exhaust assemblies, racks, prototyping fixtures, and other welded products
• Perform first-piece table layouts
• Utilize CMM reports to troubleshoot builds and achieve an acceptable first piece
• Maintain accurate job documentation for production runs
• Load and operate robotic welding equipment in automatic mode
• Perform necessary repairs to assemblies following robotic welding
• Investigate and correct issues identified during the build or inspection process
• Work with Quality Assurance on part layouts and inspections
• Ensure completed products meet internal and customer requirements
• Verify product quality against CMM reports, blueprints, and AWS specifications
• Utilize hand tools and layout/inspection equipment as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Vocational or technical welding training preferred
• AWS Certification required
• 1–2 years of welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Understanding of GD&T notation
• Experience using hand tools and layout/inspection equipment
• Strong basic troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Forklift license preferred
• Experience with robotic welding equipment preferred
• Experience troubleshooting builds using CMM reports highly desirable
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move items weighing more than 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb as required
• Must possess close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements associated with an active manufacturing and welding environment

Work Environment

• Welding fumes and airborne particles
• Hazardous chemicals
• Moving mechanical parts
• Industrial machinery and equipment
• Vibration
• Elevated noise levels

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Paid training
• On-the-job training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Aluminum Welder looking for a direct hire position, four-day workweek, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on a variety of precision welded assemblies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reliance One, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and observances, as required by applicable law.

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