Welder

Kelly Services; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Henderson, CO is seeking a skilled Welder for a first-shift, temp-to-hire role. The position emphasizes MIG welding, blueprint interpretation, and accurate fabrication using a range of tools.

Candidates should bring a proactive attitude and a strong safety mindset. The role involves setting up MIG/Flux-Core equipment, performing welds in multiple positions, and collaborating with a manufacturing team to deliver quality results.

Qualifications

• MIG and Flux-Core welding experience preferred.
• Proficient with measuring, cutting, grinding, and hand/power tools.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and proactive collaboration on projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret shop drawings and blueprints to assemble and weld components.
• Read and use tape measures accurately.
• Set up MIG/MP welding machines for production.
• Perform GMAW and FCAW welding processes on mild steel.
• Safely use drills, impact drivers, and angle grinders.
• Follow safety practices while using ladders and scissor lifts and wear fall protection and respirator.
• Assist in setting up, operating, and tending welding, soldering, or brazing machines.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions to meet specifications.
• Inspect workpieces for defects with measurement tools and ensure conformance.
• Operate hand and power tools standard to welding trade.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling as needed.

Skills

MIG Welding Experience

General Construction Skills

Positive Attitude

Job description

Welder

Pay: $22.74/hr

Schedule: First Shift — 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Duration: 6 Months, Temp-to-Hire

Position Overview

Kelly is seeking a skilled Welder for a first-shift position with a well-established manufacturing team. This temp-to-hire opportunity is perfect for candidates eager to grow with a reputable company. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong MIG welding skills, basic construction knowledge, and a proactive, positive work attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret shop drawings and blueprints to assemble and weld components.

• Accurately read and use tape measures.

• Set up MIG/MP welding machines for production.

• Perform GMAW and FCAW welding processes (MIG and Flux-Core) on mild steel.

• Safely use power tools including drills, impact drivers, and angle grinders.

• Follow safety practices while working from ladders and scissor lifts, and wear required fall protection and respirator.

• Participate in setting up, operating, and tending welding, soldering, or brazing machines.

• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications.

• Inspect workpieces for defects; use measurement tools to check conformance.

• Operate hand and power tools standard to the welding trade.

• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling as needed.

Top 3 Skills Required

1. MIG Welding Experience — Experience with both MIG and flux-core welding preferred.

2. General Construction Skills — Proficiency with measuring, cutting, grinding, and using a variety of hand and power tools.

3. Positive Attitude — Initiative and willingness to learn and contribute in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with overhead cranes and scissor lifts a plus.

• Able to wear and work using provided disposable respirators and gloves (candidate must bring their own welding hood).

• Comfortable with approximately 50% welding and 50% general fabrication/construction duties.

Interview & Weld Test Process

Qualified candidates will be invited for:

• 30-minute onsite interview

• 30-minute weld test (bring your own welding hood; other PPE provided)

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.