Mig Welder - 2nd Shift

O'Neal Manufacturing Services; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neal Manufacturing Services in Fayette, Alabama, is looking for a Mig Welder I to fabricate and join steel components using advanced gas metal arc welding techniques. Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferably some relevant vocational training or apprenticeship.

The role requires passing MIG Welder certification and entails responsibilities such as ensuring quality work and maintaining safety standards. This position is for the second shift, from Monday to Thursday, from 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred.
• Must pass and maintain MIG Welder certification.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, join, and repair metal components using gas metal arc welding techniques.
• Ensure quality and accuracy for internal and external customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

MIG Welder certification

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

The Mig Welder I is responsible for fabricating, joining, and repairing steel components using advanced gas metal arc welding techniques and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Quality and Accuracy: Ensure error‑free work for internal and external customers.
• Follow established processes to support safety and quality programs.
• General Duties: Maintain a clean and organized work area, work under direct supervision, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Safety Commitment: Follow all safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.

Welding Requirements

• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process.
• Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness.
• Prepare materials and set up welding equipment or robotic devices as needed.
• Complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in specialty areas as required.

Shift

• Second Shift - Monday - Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred.
• Must be able to pass and maintain MIG Welder certification.
• Basic critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate forklifts and cranes; must maintain certifications for required equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints.
• Proficiency in using hand tools (hammer, pliers, screwdriver, wrench, drill, grinder, band saw).
• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, box calipers, slide‑dial calipers, and micrometers.
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and metric to English measurements.
• Ability to produce high‑quality work.
• Capable of setting up and operating one or more processing machines.
• Ability to speak, write, and comprehend conversational English.