Steel Welder - 2nd Shift

Hirebridge; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits day 1

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k) match

Quarterly attendance bonuses

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is looking for a FirstShift Welder to join our production team in Wisconsin. You will weld components using manual or semi-automatic methods, read blueprints, set up parts, and inspect finished welds to ensure quality and safety.

Qualified candidates will perform welds in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. We value teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic equipment in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine welding method based on requirements and set up components accordingly.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces for defects.
• Maintain equipment to ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic equipment in various positions.
• Read drawings to plan layout and read measurements.
• Set up components for welding per specifications.
• Inspect welded surfaces and structures for flaws.
• Maintain welding equipment to ensure safety.

Skills

GMAW

GTAW

Blueprint reading

Set up equipment

Troubleshooting

Communication / teamwork

Lift 50 lbs

Tools

Calipers

Rulers & tapes

Clamps/Fixtures

Job description

API Heat Transferis looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are accelerating our path to Lean Cultural Change. We are looking for associates who look forward to coming to work and want to make a positive impact on our production team as a FirstShift Welder.

What We Offer:

• Health and welfare benefits are eligible day 1, generous PTO plan, 11 paid holidays
• Quarterly attendance bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match

What Our Location Offers You:

• A quant village in Dodge County founded on a railroad line named for the iron mined in the area
• Located 50 minutes away from Wisconsin’s largest city, Milwaukee
• Great team environment in which you matter and make a difference

What You Will Do:

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions: Vertical, horizontal, or overhead
• Read blueprints / drawings and take / read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Operate angle grinders when necessary to prepare parts to be welded
• Align parts to be welded using calipers, rulers, measuring tapes, clamps, fixtures…etc.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

What You Bring:

• Proficient in GMAW (gas metal arc welding) and GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding)
• Capable of adjusting machines to different material thickness
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
• Able to communicate and work/weld with others
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds routinely

Additional Requirements

Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a weld test to D1.2 AWS (American Welding Society, Structural Welding Code - Aluminum)

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