MIG/TIG Welder

AOC Metal Works; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Wellness & Community Initiatives

Job summary

AOC Metal Works in Richmond, VA is seeking a MIG/TIG Welder to join our welding team. This hands-on role requires producing high-quality welds per production drawings, work instructions, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has MIG/TIG welding experience in a manufacturing setting and can work efficiently as part of a production team while maintaining safety and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Prior MIG/TIG welding experience in manufacturing or fabrication.
• Basic understanding of MIG/TIG processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/TIG welding on steel components and assemblies as required.
• Read and follow work instructions, drawings, weld symbols, and specs.
• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment and tools.
• Select appropriate welding wire, settings, and equipment for tasks.
• Inspect welds for quality, appearance, and consistency.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding.
• Position, fit, and secure parts prior to welding.
• Perform grinding and finishing work as needed.
• Identify unsafe conditions or weld-quality issues and report to supervisor.
• Maintain welding equipment and clean work areas.
• Follow all safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Work with team to meet production schedules.

Skills

MIG/TIG welding experience

Welding safety

Read & follow instructions

Use hand tools safely

Work around heat and fumes

Team player

Physical stamina

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Job description

At AOC Metal Works, it is our policy to be number one in quality, delivery, and customer service. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations and promote through our continuous improvement efforts, while providing a safe and teamwork-based work environment.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Wellness & Community Initiatives

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MIG and TIG Welder

Department: Welding
Reports To: Manager

Position Summary

The MIG/TIG Welder is responsible for welding metal components and assemblies according to production requirements, drawings, work instructions, and established quality standards.

The ideal candidate has previous MIG/TIG welding experience, is comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, and can produce consistent, quality welds while maintaining a strong focus on safety. This is a hands-on position that requires attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a production team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/TIG welding on steel components and assemblies according to production requirements.
• Read and follow work instructions, drawings, weld symbols, and specifications as required.
• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment and related tools.
• Select and use the appropriate welding wire, settings, and equipment for assigned work.
• Inspect materials and completed welds for proper appearance, quality, and consistency.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding as needed.
• Position, fit, and secure parts prior to welding.
• Perform grinding, cleaning, deburring, and other finishing work as required.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment problems, or weld-quality issues to the supervisor.
• Maintain welding equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including required PPE.
• Follow production schedules and work efficiently to meet established requirements.
• Work cooperatively with Welders, Welding Helpers, supervisors, and other members of the production team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous MIG/TIG welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or similar environment.
• Basic understanding of MIG/TIG welding processes and equipment.
• Ability to produce consistent welds that meet established quality requirements.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and welding equipment safely.
• Ability to work safely around heat, sparks, welding fumes, and industrial equipment.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment.

Preferred:

• Experience welding steel, and aluminum.
• Experience reading basic fabrication drawings or weld symbols.
• Experience with production welding.
• Previous experience in a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, push, pull, lift, and carry materials.
• Ability to lift and position materials and parts as required.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements associated with welding.
• Ability to work around heat, sparks, welding fumes, noise, dust, and other conditions commonly found in a welding/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Safety Responsibilities

Safety is an essential responsibility of this position. Employees are expected to follow all Company safety policies, use required personal protective equipment, operate welding equipment safely, maintain awareness of surrounding operations, and immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, accidents, or near-miss incidents to management.

AOC Metal Works/Strickland Machine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.