Mig Welder / Fabricator - 3rd Shift

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures; Scott City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer's Electrical Enclosures in Missouri is seeking a welder to join our production team. You will weld various metals and fabricate parts to support manufacturing processes, enabling efficient workflows on the shop floor.

The role requires 1-2 years of MIG welding experience on aluminum or stainless, reading a tape measure, and proving you can follow SOPs in a fast-paced team environment while maintaining quality and safety.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Weld various metals to fabricate parts as part of production.
• Use standard industry tools and machinery.
• Prepare product for the next production step by inspecting defects.
• Report defective materials or quality issues.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and follow safety procedures.
• Perform duties in a quality-focused manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding multiple materials

SOPs & Work Instructions

Basic math

Machine setup

Team environment

Tape measure reading

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Accurate paperwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certificate

Job description

Job Summary

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

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.