Combination Welder

Griswold Industries Dba Cla-Val; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Griswold Industries is hiring a skilled welder in Costa Mesa, CA. The role involves setting up and operating MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding equipment to weld and cut various metals, under general supervision.

You will report to a lead person or supervisor and work on multiple welding tasks with attention to safety and quality. Applicants should have considerable experience with production welding methods, be able to read specifications, and maintain a clean, safe work area while following

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating production welding equipment including MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding.
• Knowledge of equipment setup, adjustment and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret welding specifications and drawings.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• From verbal instructions, sets up, adjusts and operates MIG welding equipment to cut and meld steel castings.
• Sets up, adjusts and operates TIG welding equipment to cut and meld brass and aluminum.
• Operates Heliarc welding equipment for x-ray welding work.
• Moves and positions castings for various jobs.
• Changes gas cylinders and uses correct welding gas for different alloys.
• Repairs castings, gouges and leaks.
• Visually checks completed work for adherence to governmental specifications, and
• Maintains clean work area; fully comply with safety guidelines.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Heliarc welding

Torch welding

Job description

Griswold Industries - 1701 Placentia Ave, 1701 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Applicants are considered for positions within the company without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, marital or parental status, medical condition unrelated to the person’s ability to perform the job, pregnancy, genetic information, political affiliation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a pre-employment substance abuse and physical screening, verification of documents pertaining to your right to work in the United States using E-VERIFY, and completion of required employment documents

GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES

GRISWOLD CASTINGS

Job Description

JOB DIMENSIONS :

Job Summary :

Under general supervision, set up, operate and adjust MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding equipment to weld and cut various types of metal; and perform other duties as required.

Reports to:

Lead Person or Supervisor

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• From verbal instructions, sets up, adjusts and operates MIG welding equipment to cut and meld steel castings;
• Sets up, adjusts and operates TIG welding equipment to cut and meld brass and aluminum;
• Operates Heliarc welding equipment for x-ray welding work;
• Moves and positions castings for various jobs;
• Changes gas cylinder and uses correct welding gas for different alloys;
• Repairs castings, gouges and leaks;
• Visually checks completed work for adherence to governmental specifications; and
• Maintains clean work area;
• Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position, and
• Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

Experience/Training/Education:

Considerable experience involving the operation of production welding equipment including MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding methods.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of equipment set-up, adjustment and operation;
• Considerable knowledge of cutting methods and techniques for different types of metal using MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding processes;
• Knowledge of safe work methods and procedures;
• Ability to set-up, adjust and operate MIG, TIG, Heliarc and torch welding equipment; and
• Knowledge of hazardous materials risks and emergency response procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and carry material and equipment weighing 25 pounds or less;
• Ability to move heavier objects with the assistance of co-workers or using mechanical devices; and
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job, as defined;
• Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.

Special Requirements:

Ability to use proper safety equipment including safety gloves, glasses, leather, apron,

safety shoes, and welding hood.

Griswold Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer - BY CHOICE

The AAP is available for inspection in the Human Resources office, located at 860 W. 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, between the hours of 7:00am and 2:00pm, Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays and shutdown periods.

The pay range represents the low and high ends of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Griswold Industries - 1701 Placentia Ave, 1701 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, California, United States of America