Welder

Express Employment Professionals; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting an experienced welder for a local fabrication company in Saint Joseph, MO. You’ll read blueprints, interpret welding plans, and produce high-quality welds that meet exact specifications.

Starting pay is $22/hour for a full-time, first-shift role with weekly pay through Express. You’ll join a team focused on precision, safety, and continuous skill development in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• Prior welding experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Must successfully complete a hands-on welding skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality welds according to blueprints and specifications.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and welding plans.
• Fit and position metal components for welding.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain consistent weld quality throughout production.
• Follow shop procedures and all safety requirements.
• Keep your work area clean and organized.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Fabrication

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting experienced Welders for a local fabrication company in St. Joseph!

If you’re confident behind a welding hood, can read blueprints, and take pride in producing strong, accurate welds, we want to talk to you.

What You’ll Do

• Perform high-quality welds according to blueprints and specifications
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and welding plans
• Fit and position metal components for welding
• Inspect completed work for accuracy and quality
• Maintain consistent weld quality throughout production
• Follow shop procedures and all safety requirements
• Keep your work area clean and organized

What We’re Looking For

• Previous welding experience required
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to quality and safety
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively in a fabrication/shop environment
• Candidates must successfully complete a hands-on welding skills assessment

What You’ll Need

Candidates must provide their own:

• Welding hood
• Steel-toe boots

Welding jackets and sleeves will be provided.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced welder looking for:

• Starting pay of $22/hour
• Full-time, 1st-shift hours
• Weekly pay through Express
• Long-term employment potential
• The chance to work with an established local fabrication company
• An opportunity to continue building valuable welding and fabrication skills

Location/Region: Saint Joseph, MO