Experienced TIG Welders

ZipRecruiter; West Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in stainless steel utility carts seeks a skilled 1st Shift TIG Welder. The role involves precision welding and assembly of high-quality products in a team-oriented, safety-first environment. Candidates should have a strong commitment to quality and the ability to work independently. Competitive benefits include a generous 401(K), profit sharing, and educational assistance. Join a dedicated team and grow your career with Lakeside Manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package

401(K) Plan

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant welding experience required.
• Ability to operate welding equipment and tools.
• Must pass forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding of carts and subassemblies.
• Read blueprints and assemble products per specifications.
• Maintain safety standards and departmental housekeeping.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Independent Work

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Power Tools

Welding Equipment

Polishers and Buffers

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Lakeside Manufacturing is America's Premier Stainless Steel Utility Cart Manufacturer. Since 1946, Lakeside has continued to move the food service industry forward with innovative utility carts and stainless steel moving, storing, delivery, dispensing, and merchandising solutions. We look to hire people who value a positive work environment, have a passion for serving our customers, and have a desire to learn and grow. Lakeside's culture of continuous improvement values hiring individuals who are looking for the opportunity to stretch their current talents to the next level and beyond.

Lakeside is currently seeking a skilled 1st Shift TIG Welder to join our dedicated team. This is a key role responsible for precision welding and assembly of stainless steel products that meet our high-quality standards and customer specifications.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Schedule: 4-day workweek – Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts
• Shift: 1st Shift 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Overtime: As needed, additional hours are available on Fridays
• Work Environment: Culture forward, team-oriented, safety-first, free coffee, nice lunchroom

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform TIG welding of carts, subassemblies and tables to produce product according to procedures and meeting specifications.
• Read parts lists, blueprints and drawings to weld and assemble products.
• Perform all grinding, buffing and polishing operations to bring products into specifications.
• Perform final assembly of products and sub-assemblies according to procedures and meeting specifications.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, printing labels.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Assist with assembly operations in other areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a high school diploma/GED equivalent, plus 1-3 years related experience
• Ability to operate pneumatic and power tools, welding equipment, polishers, buffers, and lift equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to successfully pass forklift certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand up to 9 hours a day.
• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to Electro Magnetic Fields. EMF fields can interfere with some medical implants, including pacemakers.

Some key advantages of working at Lakeside include: a wonderful culture, career opportunities in diverse areas, a highly competitive benefits package, including a generous 401(K) plan, profit sharing, attendance, anniversary and holiday bonus, generous paid time off, and an educational assistance program offering up to $5250.00 a year.

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