Welder

The Gateway Institute; Hayti (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Discretionary bonus

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Safety footwear reimbursement

Company apparel

Job summary

Laser North in Hayti, South Dakota is seeking full-time Welders to join our precision manufacturing team. You will weld and fabricate components, ensuring high quality and on‑time delivery while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of welding experience, the ability to read blueprints, and either a welding certification or the drive to obtain AWS certification. You’ll work in a supportive environment with ongoing skills training and safety emphasis.

Qualifications

• 1+ years welding experience preferred.
• Able to read welding blueprints and specifications.
• Welding certification or ability to obtain AWS certification.
• Familiar with precise measuring equipment and inspection.
• Demonstrates strong safety, quality and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain welding operations to meet customer demands and deliver on time.
• Fabricate complex weldments per specifications.
• Organize and clean the welding area.
• Support other production areas as needed.
• Communicate with leadership as required.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Safety minded

Education

Welding certification or AWS certification

Tools

Welding equipment familiarity

Job description

Laser North, a laser cutting and fabrication specialist, seeks full-time, skilled Welders to join their team in Hayti, South Dakota. As a Welder, you’ll play a vital role in fitting and welding components to produce top-quality products with precision and efficiency. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and craftsmanship, and we invite you to be part of a team that is shaping the future of precision manufacturing.

What We Offer

• $24 – $30.50 per hour based on skills and experience.
• Weekly paycheck.
• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonus.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Skills and safety training.
• Company provided apparel, plus reimbursement for safety footwear and prescription safety glasses.
• Safe, clean, and bright work environment.

What You Will Do

• Maintain effective welding operations to meet customer demands and provide on‑time delivery.
• Fabricate complex weldments in accordance with customer requirements and specifications.
• Take ownership of organizing and cleaning specified work area in the welding department.
• Take the initiative to help other production areas as needed.
• Communicate with the Leadership Team when necessary.

What We Are Looking For

• Self‑motivation and an excellent work ethic are required.
• 1 or more years of professional welding experience preferred.
• Possess a welding certification, or the ability to become AWS certified.
• You should be able to read and understand welding blueprints.
• Experience utilizing precise measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Ability to balance a sense of urgency while maintaining the highest level of safety, quality and efficiency.
• Adhere to business rules, safe work practices, and proper lifting techniques is required.

Laser North is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.