Lead Welder III – Armor & Defense Manufacturing

American Rheinmetall; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall seeks dependable Welders to join our defense manufacturing team at levels I–III. You will produce high‑quality welds for military components while upholding safety, quality, and production standards.

Each level expands in technical ability, workload complexity, and leadership. The job requires MIG/TIG welding across steel, aluminum, and armor-grade metals, strict adherence to WPSs, blueprints, and ISO 3834 training.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Welder I: 0–2 years of welding experience or completion of a certified welding training program.
• Welder II: 2–3 years of welding/fabrication experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Welder III: 3+ years of welding/fabrication experience, preferably in defense, aerospace, or heavy industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and/or TIG welding on materials including steel, aluminum, and armor-grade metals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Prepare and align parts for welding using clamps, jigs, and fixtures.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welds to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain welding equipment in accordance with guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily production goals.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Verify availability and condition of materials and equipment prior to welding.
• Identify and report nonconformities or defects to supervision or QC personnel.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Aluminum welding

Armor-grade metals welding

Welding in all positions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welder certification or training

Job description

American Rheinmetall seeks dependable Welders to join our defense manufacturing team at levels I–III. You will produce high‑quality welds for military components while upholding safety, quality, and production standards.

Each level expands in technical ability, workload complexity, and leadership. The job requires MIG/TIG welding across steel, aluminum, and armor-grade metals, strict adherence to WPSs, blueprints, and ISO 3834 training.