First-Shift Welder — Precision, Safety & Growth

Komatsu America Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

24-hour onsite Gym

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Welder D to contribute to high-quality weldments using manual and mechanized welding.

You will set up and operate welding equipment, handle materials, and ensure welds meet quality standards with safety and precision. The role involves FCAW welding in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions, interpreting instructions and drawings, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and Welding Certification required.
• Ability to use Flux-Core Arc welding in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
• Experience with carbon and alloy steels and various welding consumables.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, jib hoists, and cranes.
• Familiarity with oxy-fuel cutting torches, air arcing equipment, and fall protection systems.
• Strong ability to work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and at heights using scaffolds, ladders, and man lifts.
• Knowledge of welding parameters, shielding gases, and electrode selection for various joint types and positions.
• Commitment to workplace safety, precision, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and mechanized welding using FCAW process in various positions (flat, horizontal, vertical).
• Read and interpretwork instructions, drawings, and specificationsto determine welding requirements.
• Set up and operatepreheating equipment, weld positioners, and material handling equipmentsuch as jib hoists, cranes, and forklifts.
• Position and secure weldments using appropriatehitching and material handling techniques.
• Executesingle and multiple pass fillet and groove weldsin all positions, including confined spaces and extended reach areas.
• Performair carbon arc gouging and post-weld finishing operationsas required.
• Inspect completed welds for propersize, appearance, and quality, making necessary repairs as needed.
• Maintain aclean and organizedwork area while ensuring adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Conduct routinemaintenance on welding equipmentand assist in correcting any identified issues in drawings or procedures.

Skills

Welding

Reading drawings

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding Certification

Tools

Flux-Core Arc welding

Oxy-fuel cutting torches

Air arcing equipment

Job description

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Welder D to contribute to high-quality weldments using manual and mechanized welding.

You will set up and operate welding equipment, handle materials, and ensure welds meet quality standards with safety and precision. The role involves FCAW welding in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions, interpreting instructions and drawings, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.