Direct Hire Welder / Fabricator

Express Employment Professionals Hopkins, MN; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking a Welder / Fabricator in Hopkins, MN. The ideal candidate will join and fabricate metal components for custom equipment. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, performing MIG and TIG welding, and maintaining a safe work area. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience and preferred welding certifications. Competitive pay and benefits are offered for this hands-on role in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Proficient in MIG and TIG welding techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Perform welding on stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum components.
• Inspect welds and completed parts for accuracy and quality.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification (AWS or equivalent)

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Cutting torches

Job description

Welder / Fabricator

Minnetonka, MN
Direct Hire
$35+

Position Summary

The Welder will be responsible for joining, fabricating, and repairing metal components used in custom equipment and systems for various industrial clients. This role is crucial to ensuring the quality, durability, and safety of all products leaving our shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics for custom fabrication projects.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum components.
• Use hand tools, grinders, cutting torches, and other shop equipment as needed.
• Inspect welds and completed parts for accuracy, strength, and quality.
• Fit and fabricate metal structures and assemblies to specified tolerances.
• Collaborate with shop leads, engineers, and team members on project requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and tools.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; welding certification preferred (AWS or equivalent).
• 2+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Proficient in MIG and TIG welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in varying conditions.
• Experience with food‑grade stainless steel fabrication.
• Familiarity with pipe welding or sanitary welding practices.
• Forklift operation and material handling experience.

Competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work on custom industrial projects in a team‑oriented environment.

Ways to Apply

• Via our website: expresspros.com/hopkinsmn. You must submit your application to the Hopkins, MN office.