MIG Welder — 1st Shift: Precision & Growth

Martin Sprocket & Gear; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Wellness Initiatives

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Profit Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear is seeking skilled welders to join our team in a first shift role. You will MIG-weld, read blueprints, and operate metalworking equipment to fabricate components for power transmission systems and custom forgings.

You will inspect welds, finish parts, and maintain equipment while adhering to safety policies and quality standards. The environment is production-focused with opportunities for growth and skill development.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience required in a manufacturing environment or technical schooling.
• Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/16" increments.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions and logs/reports.
• Physically capable of lifting and positioning heavy components.
• Ability to work scheduled hours and follow timekeeping policies.
• Stand for the entire shift in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• General mechanical knowledge is beneficial; team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• MIG Welding: join metal parts per specifications.
• Operate metalworking machines (shears, presses, grinders).
• Fabricate metal parts by cutting, shaping, assembling.
• Read blueprints and drawings to fabricate parts accurately.
• Follow process sheets and supervisor instructions to complete tasks.
• Maneuver large/heavy parts manually or with a crane as needed.
• Inspect welds and perform finishing to required finishes.
• Keep machines/workspace clean and adhere to safety protocols.
• Inspect finished work against tolerances and standards.
• Provide cross-functional support as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Tape measure reading

English literacy

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Machining tools

Education

Technical schooling

Tools

Grinding tools

Drill presses

Ironwork

Job description

Martin Sprocket & Gear is seeking skilled welders to join our team in a first shift role. You will MIG-weld, read blueprints, and operate metalworking equipment to fabricate components for power transmission systems and custom forgings.

You will inspect welds, finish parts, and maintain equipment while adhering to safety policies and quality standards. The environment is production-focused with opportunities for growth and skill development.