Skilled Welder D – Onsite, Career Growth

Komatsu America Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

24-hour onsite gym

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Welder D to contribute to the production of high-quality weldments using manual and mechanized welding techniques. This role will set up and operate welding equipment, handle materials, and ensure welds meet quality standards.

Shift: 2nd, Schedule: Monday - Friday, Onsite position with emphasis on safety and precision in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and welding certification required.
• Experience with Flux-Core Arc welding (FCAW) in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
• Experience with carbon and alloy steels and welding consumables.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment including forklifts, jib hoists, and cranes.
• Familiarity with oxy-fuel cutting torches and fall protection systems.
• Knowledge of welding parameters, shielding gases, and electrode selection for joint types.
• Commitment to workplace safety, precision, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and mechanized welding using FCAW in various positions.
• Read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up and operate preheating equipment, weld positioners, and material handling equipment such as jib hoists, cranes, and forklifts.
• Position and secure weldments using appropriate hitching and material handling techniques.
• Execute single and multiple pass fillet and groove welds in all positions, including confined spaces and extended reach areas.
• Perform air carbon arc gouging and post-weld finishing operations as required.
• Inspect completed welds for proper size, appearance, and quality, making necessary repairs as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety procedures and PPE.
• Conduct routine maintenance on welding equipment and assist in correcting any identified issues in drawings or procedures.

Skills

FCAW welding

Reading drawings

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding Certification

Tools

Preheating equipment

Weld positioners

Jib hoists

Cranes

Oxy-fuel cutting torches

Air arc gouging equipment

Job description

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Welder D to contribute to the production of high-quality weldments using manual and mechanized welding techniques. This role will set up and operate welding equipment, handle materials, and ensure welds meet quality standards.

Shift: 2nd, Schedule: Monday - Friday, Onsite position with emphasis on safety and precision in a manufacturing environment.