Lead MIG Welder - First Shift, Top Pay & PTO + 401k

Tappwfs; Minnesota; On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120h

8 holidays

2 floating holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance after 60 days

401(k) 3.5% match vesting 24 months

Job summary

Tappwfs is seeking a Lead MIG Welder for the Northfield/Lakeville, MN area. This first shift role runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a pay range of $33–$37 per hour, plus shift differentials and strong benefits.

You will weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum, read blueprints, and own the quality of every bead. The job emphasizes consistent hours, clean welds, and long-term career rewards.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime.
• Preferred: welding certification from a recognized program.
• Preferred: experience welding aluminum and stainless steel.

Responsibilities

• Produce strong, clean MIG welds on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components.
• Turn blueprints, technical drawings and welding symbols into finished parts.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality, strength and spec adherence.
• Follow welding procedures and adjust equipment as jobs change.
• Keep work area clean, safe and organized.
• Keep team members and supervisors informed on production and quality.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprints

Safety

Lifting 50 lbs

Overtime willingness

Welding certification

Aluminum welding

Stainless welding

Job description

Tappwfs is seeking a Lead MIG Welder for the Northfield/Lakeville, MN area. This first shift role runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a pay range of $33–$37 per hour, plus shift differentials and strong benefits.

You will weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum, read blueprints, and own the quality of every bead. The job emphasizes consistent hours, clean welds, and long-term career rewards.