Tig Welder- 1st Shift

Lakeside Manufacturing Foodservice; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

Lunchroom

Competitive benefits

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Attendance bonus

Paid time off

Educational assistance program

Job summary

Lakeside Manufacturing is seeking a skilled 1st Shift TIG Welder to join our dedicated team. This role focuses on precision welding and assembly of stainless steel carts and related products to meet strict customer specifications.

The position offers a 4-day workweek (Mon-Thu, 10-hour shifts) with early start times and optional overtime on Fridays. It emphasizes a safety-first, team-oriented culture with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma/GED equivalent with 1–3 years related experience.
• Ability to operate pneumatic and power tools, welding equipment, polishers, buffers, and lift equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and measurements.
• Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding of carts, subassemblies and tables to meeting specifications.
• Read parts lists, blueprints and drawings to weld and assemble products.
• Perform grinding, buffing and polishing operations to meet specifications.
• Perform final assembly of products and sub-assemblies according to procedures.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, printing labels.
• Follow and comply with all safety rules and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Assist with assembly operations in other areas as needed.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Teamwork

Forklift certification

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Pneumatic tools

Polishers/Buffers

Job description

Lakeside Manufacturing is America's Premier Stainless Steel Utility Cart Manufacturer. Since 1946, Lakeside has continued to move the food service industry forward with innovative utility carts and stainless steel moving, storing, delivery, dispensing, and merchandising solutions. We look to hire people who value a positive work environment, have a passion for serving our customers, and have a desire to learn and grow. Lakeside's culture of continuous improvement values hiring individuals who are looking for the opportunity to stretch their current talents to the next level and beyond.

Lakeside is currently seeking a skilled 1st Shift TIG Welder to join our dedicated team. This is a key role responsible for precision welding and assembly of stainless steel products that meet our high-quality standards and customer specifications.

Position Highlights

• Schedule: 4-day workweek – Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts
• Shift: 1st Shift 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Overtime: As needed, additional hours are available on Fridays
• Work Environment: Culture forward, team-oriented, safety-first, free coffee, nice lunchroom

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding of carts, subassemblies and tables to produce product according to procedures and meeting specifications.
• Read parts lists, blueprints and drawings to weld and assemble products.
• Perform all grinding, buffing and polishing operations to bring products into specifications.
• Perform final assembly of products and sub-assemblies according to procedures and meeting specifications.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, printing labels.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Assist with assembly operations in other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma/GED equivalent, plus 1-3 years related experience
• Ability to operate pneumatic and power tools, welding equipment, polishers, buffers, and lift equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to successfully pass forklift certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand up to 9 hours a day.
• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to Electro Magnetic Fields. EMF fields can interfere with some medical implants, including pacemakers.

Some key advantages of working at Lakeside include: a wonderful culture, career opportunities in diverse areas, a highly competitive benefits package, including a generous 401(K) plan, profit sharing, attendance, anniversary and holiday bonus, generous paid time off, and an educational assistance program offering up to $5250.00 a year.