Fitter/Welder (1st Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Fitter/Welder for a full-time 1st shift manufacturing role. You will read blueprints, fit components, and perform large-scale welding to join fabrication projects.

The ideal candidate has solid blueprint-reading skills, hands-on welding experience with large parts, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. Regular hours Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–3:30 PM, with full-time employment and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Must have proven Fitter/Welder experience.
• Strong blueprint-reading ability required.
• Experience welding large fabricated components.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Fit and position components prior to welding.
• Perform large-scale welding and fabrication.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and programs.
• Inspect completed work for fit and weld quality.

Skills

Fitter/Welder experience

Blueprint reading

Large-scale welding

Fitting components

Quality attention

Job description

Fitter/Welder – 1st Shift

We are seeking an experienced Fitter/Welder for a full-time manufacturing and fabrication position. This role requires someone who can read blueprints, fit components, and perform large-scale welding while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $23.00/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–3:30 PM
Shift: 1st Shift

Position Summary

The Fitter/Welder will use blueprints to fit, position, and weld larger fabricated components. This position requires strong welding skills, blueprint-reading ability, and experience working with large-scale fabrication.

Essential Functions

• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Fit and position components prior to welding
• Perform large-scale welding and fabrication
• Set up and operate welding equipment and programs
• Inspect completed work for proper fit and weld quality
• Maintain productivity and strong attendance
• Follow all established safety and quality procedures

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous Fitter/Welder or fabrication experience
• Strong blueprint-reading skills
• Experience with large-scale welding
• Ability to accurately fit and align components before welding
• Comfortable operating welding and fabrication equipment
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Dependable with excellent attendance

Why You'll Love This Position

• $23.00/hour
• Full-time, 1st-shift schedule
• Hands-on skilled welding and fabrication work
• Opportunity to utilize both fitting and welding skills