Senior FAB Welder 1st Shift

AMETEK, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK LMS is seeking a first-shift Senior Fab Welder to join our production team, welding chambers and devices for level and flow measuring equipment used worldwide. The role offers growth in responsibilities and compensation based on performance.

You will perform welding per standard work, set up and inspect equipment, and contribute to a safe, organized 5S workplace while continuously learning new skills within the plant.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of welding experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to read and write in English
• Basic computer literacy anticipated
• Ability to read measuring instruments and use basic tools
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods

Responsibilities

• Weld chambers and devices per standard work instructions
• Set up, operate, inspect, and troubleshoot welding equipment (MIG, STICK, TIG, Flux core)
• Identify nonconformances and escalate for remediation
• Maintain 5S organized work area and safety practices
• Support continuous improvement and training of others

Skills

Welding experience

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Hand tools proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Ruler

Job description

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Business Unit: Level Measurement Solutions

Posting Date: Jul 16, 2026

Job Description:

AMETEK LMS is currently seeking a first-shift Senior Fab Welder to join our production team. The Senior Fab Welder will be welding chambers and other devices for level and flow measuring equipment used in a variety of industrial applications worldwide. Employees have the opportunity to increase responsibilities and compensation over time based on performance. Join our team and you will:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform current Welding Standard Work with excellence, including accountability for quality of work performed.
• Assess and resolve simple problems in execution of standard work with suggestions for improvement.
• Fit, setup, operate, inspect and troubleshoot all tools and equipment necessary to execute standard work proficient with MIG, STICK, TIG and FLUX core welding
• Identify all out-of-standard and nonconforming conditions; alert Team Lead and/or Supervisor for remediation.
• Identify and propose ideas to improve safety, quality, throughput, and teamwork.
• Execute and maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S methods.
• Continuously learn new job skills within the workflow / plant to improve overall effectiveness of the organization.
• Perform all work according to area and AMETEK procedures and code of conduct.
• Able to execute all standard work with a high degree of efficiency and able to train others to improve their efficiency.
• Understand and identify sources of waste in the workflow and work with Team Lead / Supervisor to eliminate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years’ Welding experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Basic computer literacy using Microsoft Windows.
• Basic math skills and ability to use basic measurement equipment (ruler, scale, calipers, tape measure).
• Ability to use various hand tools (wire strippers, pliers, wrenches, etc.)
• Stooping, kneeling, standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting (regularly up to 50 lbs.)
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and depth perception.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 70,000

Salary Maximum: 75,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].