Metal Fabrication/Welder

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Vision Insurance

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses (Earn up to $125)

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals, Appleton WI, is seeking skilled welders for a shop environment. Duties include interpreting blueprints, fabricating parts, and performing MIG/TIG/Stick welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of welding/metal fabrication, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or with a team to meet production schedules. Weekly pay, benefits, and a supportive safety-focused workplace are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years welding and metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience measuring, laying out, cutting, and fabricating metal components.
• Strong attention to detail and quality welds.
• Knowledge of fabrication tools and equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication work in a job shop.
• Read blueprints and instructions to complete projects.
• Measure, cut, grind, fit, and prepare materials.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Fabricate parts to meet specs.
• Inspect welds for structural integrity and quality.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Work independently or in a team to meet schedules.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

MIG/TIG/Stick welding

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Material handling

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Welding certification

Job description

Hours

Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 3:00pm

Pay

$20.00 - $28.00/HR

Duties

• Perform welding and fabrication work in a job shop manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and written work instructions to complete projects accurately.
• Measure, cut, grind, fit, and prepare materials for welding and assembly.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components.
• Fabricate parts and assemblies to meet customer and production specifications.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, and high-quality appearance.
• Operate welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of welding and metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience measuring, laying out, cutting, fitting, and fabricating metal components.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce quality welds that are both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing.
• Knowledge of fabrication tools, welding equipment, and metalworking processes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing, Metal Fabrication, or Welding degree/certification is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use hands continuously for welding, grinding, fitting, and assembly tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required in a manufacturing environment.

What does Express offer to you?

• Weekly paychecks!
• Vision Insurance
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses (Earn up to $125 for each person you refer to Express!)

Why Express Employment Professionals, Appleton WI?

• Express, Appleton WI placed over 1,350 people in 2024 just in the Appleton area!
• We provide our associates with excellent comprehensive and competitive benefits!
• When you apply to us, you apply to 100+ companies in the Fox Valley!
• Over 170 people were hired to a permanent position in 2024.