MIG Welder – Precision Blueprint Expert (Day Shift)

Clemco-Industries-1; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, dental, vision, retirement

Day shift only

Job summary

Clemco is seeking experienced MIG welders to join our production team. This hands-on role focuses on welding light gauge metals, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining high-quality workmanship.

You will test and set up welding equipment, read complex drawings, and ensure work meets exact tolerances. Candidates must have 3–5 years of MIG experience, be able to pass ASME certification, and be proficient with measuring instruments and math in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in MIG welding and machine setup for light gauge metals (16 gauge to ¼”).
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills; able to translate prints into accurate welds.
• Ability to pass ASME certification within an agreed-upon time frame.
• Skilled in the use of measuring instruments to set angles and dimensions precisely.
• Comfortable applying math skills (fractions, decimals, measurements) in daily work.
• Proven record of producing efficient, high-quality welds in a production environment.
• Safety-conscious, with experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes.

Responsibilities

• Fit and weld fabricated metal parts to produce both standard and custom products.
• Apply thorough knowledge of welding procedures, including electrode size, current, arc length and voltage, travel speed, and electrode angle.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment independently to achieve precise results.
• Read and interpret complicated engineering drawings and blueprints with accuracy.
• Consistently produce work that meets stated welding tolerances.
• Identify and recommend quality improvements to processes and products.
• Participate in Lean/CI initiatives such as PDCA, A3 thinking, and Root Cause Analysis activities.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely and efficiently when required.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to support other areas of production as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Math skills

Safety consciousness

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Lean/CI experience

Education

ASME certification

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Clemco is seeking experienced MIG welders to join our production team. This hands-on role focuses on welding light gauge metals, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining high-quality workmanship.

You will test and set up welding equipment, read complex drawings, and ensure work meets exact tolerances. Candidates must have 3–5 years of MIG experience, be able to pass ASME certification, and be proficient with measuring instruments and math in daily tasks.