Production Welder I

Silver Falls Capital; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Simple IRA with 3% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance and AD&D plans

ORCA Passport benefit for new hires

Job summary

Sportworks, a maker of bike racks, is seeking a production welder for our Monroe, WA facility. This full-time, on-site role involves fabricating high-quality weldments, reading blueprints, and setting up MIG welding processes to spec.

You will work both in teams and individually to hit safety, quality, and throughput targets. The ideal candidate has 1+ year MIG welding experience (or a welding certification) and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ year MIG welding experience in a production setting or a welding certification program.
• Basic knowledge of MIG welding processes.
• Able to interpret blueprints and drawings for weld sizes and lengths.
• Good verbal and written communication; able to work in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts and weldments using fixtures per customer demand.
• Review blueprints to ensure correct weld sizes and lengths.
• Set up welding equipment and fixtures; lay out material per drawings.
• Ensure welds meet internal quality standards and specs.
• Participate in process improvements and Kaizen events.
• Work collaboratively to meet quality, delivery, and productivity targets.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Production welding

Communication skills

Education

Welding certification program

Job description

Description

We are looking for a skilled Production Welder to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the fabrication of high-quality bike racks, skillfully fusing metal components according to precise customer specifications.

Job Type

Full-time

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts and weldments with a variety of welding fixtures based on customer demand
• Review and interpret blueprints and other schematic drawings to ensure proper weld sizes and lengths are used on weldments.
• Prepare welding equipment with proper settings, setup appropriate fixtures, and prepare the layout of material as per assembly routings and drawings
• Assure that welds conform to internal quality standards and product specifications
• Participate in Kaizen events to determine and implement process improvements
• Work in a team environment, as well as individually, to achieve quality, delivery, and productivity targets

Required Qualifications

• Have 1+ years of Gas Metal Arc (MIG) welding experience producing quality parts using welding fixtures in a fast-paced production environment OR graduated welding certification program
• Have basic technical knowledge of Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG) welding
• Demonstrated aptitude to gain an understanding of production processes and equipment
• Able to work well in a dynamic environment
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Have excellent problem‑solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Factory work environments
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted and > 40 pounds with assistance.
• Committed to the use of PPE as applicable

Working Conditions

Work is performed a manufacturing environment where significant safety considerations exist from use of dangerous equipment, proximity to moving objects, full-body physical labor and handling of medium-to-heavy weight materials. Required equipment for all welding operations includes but is not limited to: Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) weld hood, Shrouds and leathers, welding gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses, all supplied by SWG.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and wellbeing of our employees

Benefits Include

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with employer contribution to each)
• Simple IRA with 3% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance and AD&D plans
• ORCA Passport benefit for new hires

About Sportworks

At Sportworks, we’re transforming the way people move, creating transportation solutions that benefit the well‑being of people and the planet. As champions of active and multimodal transportation, we’re on a mission to transform the status quo by connecting journeys seamlessly with innovative products and technology. Since launching the first commercial bike rack for buses in 1993, we’ve partnered with transit authorities, municipalities, advocates, and those creating our built world, to promote healthier, more sustainable mobility options. Trusted worldwide, our solutions connect bus, rail, and cycling networks, and communities alike. Learn more here: https://www.sportworks.com/about-sportworks

About Silver Falls Capital

Silver Falls Capital, LLC, is a private investment company that is focused on the acquisition and successful operation of businesses for the long term. With decades of hands‑on experience running and improving businesses, we bring leadership, business acumen and investments to help companies and their teams achieve full potential. Learn more here: https://www.silverfallscapital.com/

Silver Falls Capital and its portfolio companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Salary Description

$20-$26/hour