Associate Welder

Spherion; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance offerings

Short-term disability

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking an Associate Welder for a Wisconsin manufacturer. The role involves operating manual weld machines and robotic welders, fabricating metal parts, and ensuring quality per WPS standards.

Candidates should have 1+ year welding experience and a high school diploma or GED. Starting pay is $20/hr+ based on experience, with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and shift premiums for the latter two.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of welding experience or equivalent education; welding certificate/degree preferred.
• Must pass a practical welding test and know basic MIG and tack-welding techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, manuals, and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual weld machines and automated/robotic welders to fabricate metal parts and frames.
• Lift workpieces manually or with hoists into fixtures or feeders.
• Perform basic MIG and TIG welding per WPS standards in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Inspect and measure machined parts to verify conformance with specs and customer notes.
• Maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Skills

Welding experience

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

FANUC certification

Job description

Spherion is hiring Associate Welders for one of Wisconsin's leading manufacturers. If you have welding experience and take pride in producing quality work, they offers the opportunity to build a lasting career with a company that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. Many team members have spent decades with the company thanks to its supportive culture, great benefits, and commitment to employee growth.

Role Highlights

• Starting pay: $20/hr+ based on experience
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts available- + shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Opportunities to advance roles and promote from within
• Employees regularly build careers that span 20, 30, and even 40 years

What Youll Do

• Operate manual weld machines and automated/motion-control robots to fabricate metal parts and frames.
• Lift workpieces manually or using hoists to secure them into fixtures or load automatic feeding devices.
• Perform basic MIG and TIG welding techniques as needed, welding components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions according to WPS weld standards.
• Inspect and measure machined workpieces using instruments like gauges to verify conformance with specifications, inspection sheets, and customer notes.
• Maintain company quality, efficiency, and productivity standards.
• Ensure strict compliance with all corporate, plant, and prescribed safety regulations.

What Youll Bring

• At least one year of welding experience or equivalent education (welding certificate/degree preferred); must pass a practical welding test and know basic MIG and tack-welding techniques
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to operate machinery and motion-control robots; familiarity with machine adjustments and automated welding (FANUC certification is a plus)
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, manuals, welding symbols, and use basic math
• Strict adherence to plant safety regulations and corporate standards
• Must be dependable, a good communicator (with team and supervisors), and adaptable to changing daily duties

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability (all benefits are based on eligibility)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

key responsibilities

see above

experience

0-1 years

skills

see above

education

High School