MIG Welder: 4-Day Workweek: Afternoon shift

Best in Recruiting; Ambridge (Beaver County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Long-term career stability

PTO with carryover

Job summary

TOPS Staffing is seeking a skilled MIG Welder for a prominent metal fabrication facility in Ambridge, PA. You will fit, weld, and repair steel components, following blueprints and welding symbols, while ensuring high-quality welds in a heavy manufacturing environment.

You'll work second shift with a $4/hour differential and a direct-hire, day-one employment arrangement. Bring your own gear and contribute to a safety-focused team with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers)
• Ability to interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Experience setting up and operating MIG welding equipment
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes (certifications preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to pass and maintain MIG welding certification
• Communicate effectively in English

Responsibilities

• Fit, fabricate, join, and repair steel components per blueprints and specifications in large welded assemblies.
• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment; assist with robotic welders when needed.
• Follow blueprints and welding specs; ensure safety and precision in a fast-paced plant.
• Prepare materials and equipment; inspect welds and maintain quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

English communication

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Calipers

Measuring tools

Job description

Looking for a steady, full-time Welding opportunity? TOPS Staffing is recruiting skilled MIG Welders for a prominent metal fabrication facility in Ambridge, PA. Join a dynamic team that specializes in producing complex welded assemblies and heavy-duty steel components for major industries including material handling, cranes, aerial lifts, power generation, and transportation. Enjoy consistent work, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment where your craftsmanship is valued.

Position: MIG Welder l Location: Ambridge, PA Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour Second-Shift Differential: Additional $4.00 per hour Employment Type: Direct Hire: Full-time Employee on Day 1! Available Shifts: 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, (3:30 p.m.–2:00 a.m.)–(Additional $4.00 per hour Shift Differential)

What You’ll Do

As a MIG Welder, you’ll be responsible for fitting, fabricating, joining, and repairing steel components used in large, industrial welded assemblies. Your expertise will ensure the production of structurally sound, high-quality welds in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You'll follow blueprints and welding specifications, prepare materials, set up equipment, and sometimes assist with robotic welders—ensuring safety and precision at every step.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency with measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers)
• Ability to interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Experience setting up and operating MIG welding equipment
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes (certifications preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to pass and maintain MIG welding certification
• Basic problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English

Nice to Have Skills

• Previous vocational training or apprenticeship experience in welding or fabrication
• Experience working with robotic welding equipment
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior MIG welding, fabrication, or related vocational training
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments

Other Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift materials consistently throughout the shift
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds repeatedly and work in an industrial environment with varying temperatures and loud machinery
• Bring your own weld hood and steel-toe boots for the weld test and interview process

Work Environment

This position operates in an industrial metal-fabrication facility. Employees may be exposed to: Changing indoor and outdoor temperatures. Loud machinery, welding equipment, and vibration. Moving mechanical equipment and electrical hazards. High temperatures, sparks, and hot metal. Welding fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases, and areas with limited ventilation. Chemicals, oils, cutting fluids, and other substances that may contact the skin or become airborne.

Outstanding Benefits

• Uniforms provided
• Lunch/Break room with real food vending machines
• Equipment vending machines throughout the facility with tools and PPE (Free)
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Long-term career stability
• Unique PTO program where unused vacation carries over year after year, allowing employees to build significant paid time off over their career
• Supportive management team that values preventative maintenance instead of simply reacting to breakdowns
• Medical coverage for preventive care is 100% covered- $0 deductible
• Medical yearly deductible for a single employee-$750
• Medical yearly deductible for employee + family- $1,500
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D--100% employer paid (coverage amount is 2x your base salary)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage--100% employer paid