Senior Welder (MIG/TIG) – Aluminum & Stainless

Smeal SFA; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Career development opportunities

Opportunities to relocate

Job summary

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE, seeks a skilled Welder to join our production team and help fabricate high-quality fire apparatus. You will perform MIG and TIG welding, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet exacting specifications while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read tape measures, shop drawings, and perform precise layouts. This role supports USA-made products and career growth.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Must read blueprints, engineering drawings and perform shop math to layout, fabricate and weld parts and assemblies.
• Must have knowledge/experience in GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) welding.
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Weld using MIG and TIG procedures, including machine settings, bottles, and fittings.
• Weld aluminum and stainless steel; set up and maintain welding equipment.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn-through, and spatter.
• Grind and clean weld areas as required.
• Follow TPM and safety procedures; assist in basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

GMAW (MIG)

GTAW (TIG)

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding machines

Job description

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE, seeks a skilled Welder to join our production team and help fabricate high-quality fire apparatus. You will perform MIG and TIG welding, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet exacting specifications while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read tape measures, shop drawings, and perform precise layouts. This role supports USA-made products and career growth.