Skilled - Welder

Monroechamber; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Welder for a manufacturing company in Kenosha, WI. This is a potential to hire opportunity on 1st shift, with a 6:00am-2:30pm schedule.

Responsibilities include MIG and TIG welding on various metals, reading blueprints, setting up equipment, inspecting welds, and maintaining a safe work environment. Requires at least 2 years welding experience and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years MIG/TIG welding experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of welding symbols, fabrication techniques, and quality standards.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, and weld symbols.
• Set up and operate welding equipment per job specs.
• Fit, align, and assemble metal components before welding.
• Inspect welds for quality and conformance to specs.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team to meet schedules.

Skills

Welding proficiency

Blueprint reading

Quality consciousness

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification (preferred)

Tools

Welding equipment operation

Measuring tools (tape, calipers, squares, gauges)

Forklift/overhead crane experience (preferred)

Job description

Position Title: Welder Wage: $25.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm QPS Employment Group is hiring a Welder for a company in Kenosha, WI. This is a potential to hire opportunity on 1st shift.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and weld symbols
• Set up and operate welding equipment according to job specifications
• Fit, align, and assemble metal components prior to welding
• Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Grind, sand, and finish welded products as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and team members to meet production schedules and quality goals
• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and report equipment issues promptly

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of MIG and/or TIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Knowledge of welding symbols, fabrication techniques, and quality standards
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Preferred technical school, vocational training, or welding certification
• Preferred experience welding stainless steel and aluminum
• Preferred AWS certification or equivalent welding credentials
• Preferred experience working in a custom fabrication or job shop environment
• Preferred forklift and overhead crane experience
• MIG and TIG welding proficiency
• Blueprint reading and interpretation
• Quality inspection and measurement
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Teamwork and communication
• Time management and reliability
• Commitment to workplace safety
• Stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, sparks, and welding fumes while using required PPE IND999

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