Lead Welder III – Defense Fabrication Leader

Rheinmetal; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking dependable Welders to join our defense manufacturing team at Welder I, II, and III levels. You will produce high-quality welds on components used in military applications, following strict safety, quality, and production standards.

Responsibilities include MIG/TIG welding, blueprint reading, inspection, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and welding certifications; ITAR/DoD knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Advanced MIG and TIG welding of steel, aluminum, and armor-grade metals.
• Welding in all positions including overhead.
• Knowledge of weld procedures, metallurgy, distortion control, and fabrication methods.
• Familiarity with military/DoD welding documentation and inspection requirements (ITAR, ISO, etc.).
• Ability to provide technical direction and training to welders.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and/or TIG welding on a variety of materials in accordance with WPSs and work instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and related instructions.
• Inspect welds visually and dimensionally to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain and operate welding equipment per guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Identify and report nonconformities to supervision or QC promptly.
• Maintain qualifications and participate in training or requalification as required under ISO 3834.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Metal fabrication

DoD/ITAR knowledge

Training others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification

AWS/ASME certification (plus)

Job description

American Rheinmetall is seeking dependable Welders to join our defense manufacturing team at Welder I, II, and III levels. You will produce high-quality welds on components used in military applications, following strict safety, quality, and production standards.

Responsibilities include MIG/TIG welding, blueprint reading, inspection, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and welding certifications; ITAR/DoD knowledge is a plus.