Precision Ferrous Multi-Process Welder

JR Metal Works LLC; Kewaunee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Metal Works LLC in Wisconsin seeks a Multi-Process Welder to fabricate and weld carbon steel, mild steel, and structural steel components. You will read blueprints, prepare material, and perform MIG/GMAW and FCAW welding with attention to quality and dimensional accuracy.

The role requires strong fit-up skills, the ability to handle varying thicknesses, and a commitment to safe, efficient production. On-site test will verify blueprint reading and welding ability; applicant must own a welding

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in custom metal fabrication and welding.
• Strong experience reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
• Demonstrated experience welding ferrous metals, particularly carbon steel, mild steel, and structural steel.
• Experience with MIG/GMAW and Flux-Cored/FCAW welding.
• Ability to perform precision fit-up and welding on custom-fabricated components.
• Ability to accurately measure, fit, align, and inspect fabricated components.
• Experience identifying and correcting weld distortion, fit-up issues, warping, and alignment problems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing clean, consistent, high-quality welds.
• Must be clean, organized, dependable, and able to maintain an orderly work area.
• Must own a welding helmet for completion of JR Metal Works' on-site welding test.
• Must successfully complete the JR Metal Works welding assessment, which includes blueprint reading and a hands‑on welding test.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, work orders, and fabrication specifications to determine material requirements, dimensions, tolerances, weld requirements, and assembly sequence.
• Fit, fabricate, tack, and weld custom carbon steel, mild steel, structural steel, and other ferrous metal components.
• Perform MIG/GMAW and Flux-Cored/FCAW welding processes as required by the job, material, and welding procedure.
• Prepare, clean, and position materials prior to welding to ensure proper weld quality and fit-up.
• Lay out, position, align, and fit components using measuring tools, fixtures, clamps, jigs, and welding equipment.
• Verify dimensions, alignment, and tolerances before, during, and after welding.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, appearance, penetration, consistency, and conformance to specifications.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues, weld distortion, warping, and alignment concerns before final welding.
• Apply appropriate welding techniques to control heat input, weld distortion, shrinkage, and dimensional changes.
• Perform grinding, cleaning, and weld preparation as needed to meet quality and finish requirements.
• Operate shop equipment safely, including grinders, torches, welding equipment, positioners, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other fabrication equipment as trained and authorized.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as tape measures, squares, calipers, levels, and other measurement tools to verify part dimensions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas in accordance with 5S, safety, and housekeeping expectations.
• Communicate material shortages, drawing questions, production concerns, quality issues, and equipment problems to supervision promptly.
• Follow welding procedures, quality requirements, PPE requirements, and all applicable company safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on weld quality, productivity, efficiency, scrap reduction, and rework reduction.
• Maintain consistent production while meeting established quality and scheduling expectations.
• Take ownership of finished work and ensure completed assemblies meet customer and JR Metal Works standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

MIG/GMAW welding

FCAW welding

Precision fit-up

Dimensional inspection

Safety and housekeeping

Welding test readiness

Teamwork and reliability

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

JR Metal Works LLC in Wisconsin seeks a Multi-Process Welder to fabricate and weld carbon steel, mild steel, and structural steel components. You will read blueprints, prepare material, and perform MIG/GMAW and FCAW welding with attention to quality and dimensional accuracy.

The role requires strong fit-up skills, the ability to handle varying thicknesses, and a commitment to safe, efficient production. On-site test will verify blueprint reading and welding ability; applicant must own a welding