MIG Welder - 2nd Shift

West Coast Energy Systems; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Energy Systems in Wisconsin is hiring Welders for 2nd shift, Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–11:00 PM with potential Saturday overtime. Welders will perform MIG, Aluminum and TIG welding, including robotic welding, to fabricate parts for assembly lines and deliver high-quality finished products.

Welder I–III progressions require reading and interpreting engineering drawings, following safety rules, and adapting to different products.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Comply with safety rules and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate MIG, TIG, and aluminum welding processes safely.
• Interpret drawings and set up welds for assembly lines.
• Support robotic welder and assist with quality checks.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or Certification

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Robotic welding

Aluminum welding

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM ***Saturday Overtime based on business needs***

Starting Wage:

• Welder I - $21.25/hr + 13% shift premium
• Welder II - $25.50/hr + 13% shift premium

EARN MORE THAN JUST A PAYCHECK

Enjoy the opportunity to earn a quarterly bonus of up to 6% , based on overall site performance and key success metrics.

Job Description :

Welders are expected to perform Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform Mig welding, Aluminum welding, TIG Welding, electric or robotic welding in the fabrication of parts, to be used in the assembly of product lines to create a high quality finished product. Components may be standardized or customized as to design and function.

Responsibilities:

Welder I

• Comply with the company/site safety rules.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform job function.
• Flex across different products and areas to support business needs.
• Provide training to new employees or employees learning new work areas to work instructions/standard work.
• Follow established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Interpret and understand engineering drawings and blueprints to accurately execute welding tasks.
• Assist with robotic welder.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Welder II

• All Welder I responsibilities.
• Intermediate MIG (GMAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding-related issues efficiently.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining welding equipment and tools.

Welder III

• All Welder I & II responsibilities
• Understanding of aluminum alloys, their properties, and how they react to different welding processes.
• Proficient in various aluminum welding processes, such as TIG (GTAW).
• Weld complex components with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Operate robotic welder.

Requirements:

High school diploma or Certification.

Welder I

• Internal written and physical weld test.
• An understanding of welding fundamentals.
• Basic welding experience and/or training.
• Basic knowledge of Mig Welding Equipment.
• Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment.

Welder II

• 1 year of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Working towards apprenticeship or certification
• Manufacturing experience, including knowledge of manufacturing processes or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of Mig and Tig Welding Equipment.
• Crane Certification

Welder III

• 2 years of experience in a production welding environment and successful completion of internal weld test.
• Experience in root cause problem-solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."