Metal Fabricator and MIG Welder at Staff Perm Reno, NV

Wishalicious; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wishalicious in Reno, NV is seeking a Metal Fabricator and MIG Welder to join our manufacturing team. The role blends fabrication from blueprints with MIG welding on galvanized steel and aluminum.

You will collaborate with engineering and production to ensure quality and efficient workflow, read drawings, operate welding equipment safely, and perform inspections.

This Temp-to-Hire position offers steady day shifts, a $21.25 hourly rate, and the opportunity to grow with a small, hands-on shop.

Qualifications

• Reads fabrication drawings and interprets specifications.
• Performs MIG welding on 10–20 gauge galvanized steel and aluminum.
• Adheres to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Communicates with shop and engineering teams to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom and standard products from blueprints.
• MIG weld galvanized steel for adapters and other products.
• Inspect welded components to ensure quality and specs.
• Coordinate with shop manager and engineering to optimize production.
• Spot weld components under supervision.

Skills

Read blueprints

MIG welding (10–20 gauge)

Safe welding practices

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Job description

We are looking for a Metal Fabricator and MIG Welder to join our team, combining fabrication skills with welding expertise to produce quality metal products. This role involves fabricating custom and standard metal products from blueprints and performing MIG welding on galvanized steel and aluminum. The position requires close collaboration with engineering and production teams to maintain product quality and efficient workflow. Candidates must be able to read blueprints and operate welding equipment safely and effectively.

Job Details

• PAY RATE: 21.25 hour
• HOURS: Mon-Thur 6:00am to 3:30pm and 1 2 days on Friday
• LOCATION: Reno, NV 89506
• POSITION: Temp to Hire

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom and standard products from blueprints with high attention to detail and efficiency.
• Communicate with shop manager and engineering on product issues and assist with streamlining methods for production.
• MIG weld 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel for adapters, curbs, and other products.
• Conduct visual inspections of welded components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Work closely with engineers, fabricators, and other team members to ensure efficient workflow and successful project completion.
• Under direct supervision, spot weld metal components together.

Required Qualifications

• Familiar with safe welding practices.
• Capable of learning to read fabrication drawings with some instruction.
• Capable of welding 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel (can be taught).
• Physically capable of loading fabrication parts onto the weld table.
• Capable of blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Self-starter needing minimal guidance on daily tasks.
• Quality oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tape measures, and diagrams.
• Working knowledge of MIG welding machines including preventive maintenance and control settings.
• Able to move objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required: 1-year previous MIG welding experience.
• Able to work with a positive attitude and in a team setting.
• Basic understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school or certification in welding.

Recruiter Information

• Staff Perm is an Award Winning and Certified Small Business Enterprise utilizing a staff with over 20 years of staffing and placement experience to simplify the employee recruitment process.
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• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state and federal laws in your region. This process is designed to ensure the safety and integrity of the workplace. Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.

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