Experienced Heavy Industrial Welder

Collins Machine Works; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Collins Machine Works in North Charleston, SC is seeking an experienced Welder to support production and maintenance welding. You’ll perform high-quality welds, read blueprints, and operate heat treatment furnaces while keeping a safe, efficient workplace.

The role requires 3–5 years of heavy industrial welding, blueprint reading, and commitment to safety. Overtime, evenings and weekends may be required; benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of heavy industrial welding experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant training will be considered.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical instructions, and precision measuring tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply mathematical concepts.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel for basic documents and updates.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Apply welding techniques including submerged welding, oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, electro-slag, pulse MIG, and TIG.
• Operate, maintain, and monitor heat treatment furnaces daily.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and templates.
• Maintain compliance with welding procedures, WPS processes, and safety standards.
• Complete required training and maintain certifications, including Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).
• Use hand tools and instruments safely and effectively.
• Assist team members as needed and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Heavy industrial welding

Blueprint reading

Math for welding

Safety compliance

MS Word & Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SMAW

GMAW

FCAW

Oxygen-Acetylene

TIG

Submerged Weld

Job description

Join Our Team as an Experienced Welder

Collins Machine Works is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Welder to support both production and maintenance welding. In this role, you’ll perform high-quality welding, operate and monitor heat treatment furnaces, and directly contribute to the efficiency and success of our operations.
DAY AND NIGHT SHIFT OPPORTUNITY IS AVAILABLE

Applicant Requirements

Applicants must be U.S. citizens with access to DoD facilities. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Medical Clinic Access
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance provided by company
• Voluntary Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Term Life, Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Apply welding techniques including submerged welding, oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, electro-slag, pulse MIG, and TIG.
• Operate, maintain, and monitor heat treatment furnaces daily.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and templates.
• Maintain compliance with company welding procedures, WPS processes, and safety standards.
• Complete required training and maintain certifications, including Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).
• Use hand tools and instruments safely and effectively.
• Assist team members as needed and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of heavy industrial welding experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant training and demonstrated aptitude will also be considered.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical instructions, and precision measuring tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for basic document creation and spreadsheet updates.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Physical Demands

• Lift and move up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Regularly stand, walk, reach overhead, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Use a computer regularly for work tasks.

Work Environment

The work environment is representative of the conditions encountered while performing essential job functions. Noise levels are typically moderate to high. Collins Machine Works and CMMC Machine, LLC are committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.