Weld Specialist

Express Employment; Washington; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)

401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vision/Eyewear Plan

Life Insurance

Prescription Drug Reimbursement

Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment in Redmond is seeking a Weld Specialist to join our team. You will read blueprints, set up fixtures, and perform high-quality welds on diverse assemblies.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, verifying specs, and maintaining welding equipment while meeting safety standards. This full-time role requires passing a weld test and undergoing background and drug screening per Washington state law.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of MIG welding techniques and setup.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and welding symbols.
• Strong attention to detail with precise measurement verification.
• Understanding of quality standards, safety practices, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic production or equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Locate weld locations on blueprints or schematics for sub-assembly or assembly.
• Arrange parts and structures of weldments per patterns or fixtures; verify layouts against drawings.
• Load/unload and position welding fixtures as needed by production.
• Measure distances with precision tools; verify against specifications.
• Prepare welding equipment and energy sources; ensure proper usage.
• Position equipment to maximize safety, function and quality.
• Ensure welds conform to quality standards and product specifications.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Quality standards

Troubleshooting

Welding equipment operation

Teamwork

Weld test

Background screening

Drug screening

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Description

Position: Weld Specialist
Type: Full-Time, Evaluation to Hire
Location: Redmond
Pay: $27.49 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 5:30AM-3PM (Mandatory OT on some Fridays)

Job Details

We are seeking a skilled Weld Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will work from blueprints and schematics to locate weld points, set up fixtures, and perform high-quality welds on various assemblies. Responsibilities include preparing and positioning materials, measuring and verifying specifications, and ensuring all welds meet quality and safety standards. You will also set up and maintain welding equipment and support production needs as required.

Responsibilities

• Locate weld locations on blueprints and other schematic drawings for sub-assembly or assembly.
  
• Arrange parts and structures of common weldments, usually guided by patterns or fixtures. Verifies that layouts comply with drawings and symbols.
  
• Loads, unloads, and places into position a variety of welding fixtures, depending on the production team needs.
  
• Measures distances using precision devices. Verifies accuracy by comparing to measurement specifications.
  
• Prepares welding equipment for proper usage. Verifies proper energy sources and supplies.
  
• Prepares the layout of equipment to perform as needed. Moves equipment into proper location to maximize safety, function, and quality.
  
• Assures that welds conform to quality standards and product specifications.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Basic knowledge of MIG welding techniques, including setup and operation of equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and welding symbols
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to take precise measurements and verify specifications
• Understanding of quality standards, safety practices, and continuous improvement methods
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic production or equipment issues
• Familiarity with general production processes and welding equipment
• Ability to perform standard welds and accurately lay out parts prior to welding
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Must be able to pass a weld test
• This position requires successful completion of a background screening after a conditional offer of employment, in accordance with Washington State law.
• This position requires a 10 panel UA drug screening

Benefits Available to Eligible Express Associates

• - Medical Plan
• - Dental Plan
• - Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)
• - 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
• - Vision/Eyewear Plan
• - Life Insurance
• - Prescription Drug Reimbursement
• - Short-Term Disability
• - Referral Bonuses

Express Office: Lynnwood
19009 33rd Ave W Ste 204
Lynnwood, WA 98036
425-775-4903

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