MIG Welder

Matern Staffing, Inc.; Fredericksburg (VA); In loco; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

MIG Welder role with a global manufacturer in Fredericksburg, VA, supported by Matern Staffing. You will read blueprints, set up MIG welding equipment, and fabricate metal components to exact specifications. Expect hands-on tasks, quality checks, and a focus on safety.

High school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of welding experience are preferred. The position offers first shift hours and competitive hourly pay in a manufacturing setting.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal welding training, apprenticeship, or 1–2 years of hands-on welding experience.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical specifications.

Mansioni

• Read blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions and material requirements.
• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment, including adjusting wire feed speed, voltage, amperage, and gas flow.
• Prepare metal for welding by cleaning, cutting, grinding, deburring, and positioning workpieces.
• Weld and fabricate metal components according to specifications.
• Inspect finished welds for proper fusion, structural integrity, cracks, porosity, and other quality issues.
• Use shop tools and equipment safely throughout the fabrication process.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and wear required protective equipment.

Conoscenze

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Quality inspection

Equipment setup

Formazione

High school diploma

Strumenti

MIG welding equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Matern Staffing is hiring a MIG Welder for a global manufacturer of automation systems for the plastics industry in Fredericksburg, VA. In this hands-on manufacturing role, you’ll fabricate and repair metal components using MIG welding equipment while working from blueprints and technical specifications.

This opportunity is a good fit for someone with welding experience who is comfortable setting up equipment, preparing materials, and checking finished work for quality.

• $20/hr

Schedule:

• 1st shift hours are 6am-3pm M-Th; 6am-10am on Friday

What You'll Do:

• Read blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions and material requirements
• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment, including adjusting wire feed speed, voltage, amperage, and gas flow
• Prepare metal for welding by cleaning, cutting, grinding, deburring, and positioning workpieces
• Weld and fabricate metal components according to specifications
• Inspect finished welds for proper fusion, structural integrity, cracks, porosity, and other quality issues
• Use shop tools and equipment safely throughout the fabrication process
• Follow workplace safety procedures and wear required protective equipment

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal welding training, an apprenticeship, or 1–2 years of hands-on welding experience
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical specifications
• Working knowledge of MIG welding equipment, gas ratios, and welding settings
• Experience using common fabrication and shop tools
• Good hand-eye coordination and stamina for hands-on fabrication work
• Ability to lift and handle heavy metal materials

About Our Client:

For over 65 years, our client has been a global leader in the design and manufacture of automation systems and engineering solutions for the plastics industry.

About Matern Staffing:

• For over 55 years Matern Staffing has built relationships with businesses and job seekers to provide staffing solutions and job opportunities to the areas of Virginia, Maryland, and beyond. We believe that when employees and business partners succeed, families and communities thrive.
• Matern Staffing is a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) Certified Organization.
• Matern Staffing is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.