Welder

PJ Trailers; Mount Orab (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based wages

Attendance Bonus

Retention Bonus

Referral Program

Competitive Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & Holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

PJ Trailers is seeking dependable Welders for their Ohio manufacturing facility. This full-time position involves fabricating, assembling, and welding metal components on various trailers according to specifications. Candidates will enjoy competitive pay, attendance bonuses, and excellent benefits.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating welding equipment, and maintaining safety standards in a team-oriented environment. The company promotes from within and offers significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must pass horizontal, vertical, and overhead weld tests.
• Must be able to read a tape measure down to 1/16th in.
• Must be 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components on trailers.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Operate welding equipment in various positions.
• Maintain a clean work environment following safety standards.
• Inspect welded surfaces for flaws.

Skills

Welding skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement reading

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PJ Ohio Mfg Facility - Mt Orab, OH 45154
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day

Now operating under new leadership.

At PJ Trailers, we don’t just weld parts — we build products that move America forward. We’re looking for dependable Welders who take pride in their craftsmanship and want steady work, competitive pay, and real growth opportunities.

The position of Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steal components on various trailers to SOP/Blueprints/Knowledge/Forman and/or Lead Instructions.

What we offer

• Market-based wages with growth potential (based on experience)
• Eligible for Attendance Bonus - $240 every two weeks
• Retention Bonus of up to $2,000 (based on level)
• Referral Program up to $1,000 (based on position)
• Competitive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off & Holidays
• Opportunities for advancement

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable, growing company
• Team-oriented culture
• Safe work environment
• Clear expectations and accountability
• We promote from within

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset.
• Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead).
• Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Assist other welders in completing the work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Ability to consistently lift over 50 lbs. and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling, or standing for 10 hrs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education – Experience Required

• Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
• Must be able to pass a Horizontal, vertical and overhead weld test.
• Must be able to read a tape measure, down to 1/16th in.
• Must be 18 years old.