Entry-Level Welder: Safe, Quality Metalwork

Coperion; Sabetha (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Coperion in Sabetha, Kansas, is seeking an entry-level Welder to support the manufacturing of metal components for industrial processing systems. You will perform welding, fitting, setup, and layout, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes learning through on-the-job guidance, basic blueprint reading, and collaboration with welders, fabricators, and manufacturing associates.

Qualifications

• Entry-level welding tasks performed with guidance and standard work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints or technical drawings or willingness to learn.
• Basic math for measurements and material calculations.
• Commitment to safety practices and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fitting, setup, and layout of raw and formed metal to meet specifications.
• Clean, grind, and finish welds with hand tools to ensure proper fit and appearance.
• Inspect welds visually and with basic measuring tools; identify defects and complete rework.
• Follow blueprints and drawings to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with basic metal cutting or trimming and routine equipment/workstation maintenance.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Basic math

Welding safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Coperion in Sabetha, Kansas, is seeking an entry-level Welder to support the manufacturing of metal components for industrial processing systems. You will perform welding, fitting, setup, and layout, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes learning through on-the-job guidance, basic blueprint reading, and collaboration with welders, fabricators, and manufacturing associates.