Tig Welder- 1st Shift

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day workweek

Overtime on Fridays

Free coffee

Lunchroom

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Lakeside Manufacturing, a premier stainless steel utility cart producer in the U.S., seeks a skilled 1st Shift TIG Welder to join our Milwaukee, WI team. You will weld carts and subassemblies to exact specs, read blueprints, and help complete assemblies with a focus on quality.

We offer a 4-day workweek (Mon-Thu, 10-hour shifts) with overtime on Fridays, a culture-forward, safety-first environment, free coffee and a welcoming lunchroom, plus a competitive benefits package including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 1-3 years related welding experience preferred.
• Able to operate welding equipment and power tools safely.
• Must pass forklift certification.
• Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding of carts, subassemblies and tables to spec.
• Read parts lists, blueprints and drawings for welding/assembly.
• Grind, buff and polish to bring products to specifications.
• Assemble final products per procedures and specs.
• Maintain paperwork and records per shop requirements.
• Support other assembly areas as needed.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Pneumatic tools

grinders/buffers

Forklift certification

Job description

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
• 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.