Mig Welder / Fabricator - 1st Shift

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures, Inc.; Scott City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures, Inc. seeks a skilled welder to join our fabrication team in Missouri. The role involves welding various metals, constructing and fabricating parts to support production processes.

The ideal candidate reads a tape measure, follows SOPs and work instructions, sets up machines as needed, and works accurately in a fast-paced, team environment while upholding safety and quality standards. Prolonged standing and lifting up to 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years MIG welding experience with aluminum or stainless.
• Welding certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld various metals and thicknesses to complete production parts.
• Prepare products for the next production step, checking defects.
• Report defective materials or quality concerns.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and work in a team.

Skills

Multi-material welding

SOPs & WI

Math for measurements

Machine setup

Team environment

Tape measure reading

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Accurate paperwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1–2 years MIG welding (aluminum or stainless)

Welding certificate preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

The welder will weld various metals, construct, and fabricate manufactured parts to complete production processes.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Use of standard industry tools and machinery
• Knowledge of material types and gauge thickness
• Prepare product for the next step in the production process, by checking for defects in detail and/or cosmetic appearance
• Report defective materials or questionable quality conditions
• Perform all essential functions/duties within quality requirements
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Follow all required safety procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have the ability to weld multiple materials and thicknesses
• Ability to follow established SOP's and Work Instructions
• Must know simple math and decimal to fraction conversions
• Ability to set up machine as required
• Must be able to follow directions and work in a fast paced, team environment.
• Must be able to read a tape measurer
• Must be detail-oriented and thorough
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Ability to complete required paperwork accurately

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years of mig welding experience performed on aluminum or stainless
• Welding certificate preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

*Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.