Welder

Kooks Custom Headers, Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in North Carolina seeks a welder with 1-2 years of experience in MIG and TIG welding. The role involves reading blueprints, operating machinery, and ensuring proper fitment of parts. A commitment to safety and quality standards is essential. Applicants must be fluent in English and possess a high school diploma or GED. Experience welding stainless steel is a plus. The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs and sustained periods of standing.

Qualifications

• 1 – 2 years of MIG and TIG welding experience.
• Experience with saws and welding machines.
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Fluency in reading and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints or drawings.
• Operates machinery like grinders and band saws.
• Loads metal parts into fixtures.
• Aligns parts using calipers, rulers, and clamps.
• Tack welds parts together.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement taking

Machinery operation

Attitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

• Reads blueprints/ drawings
• Takes/ reads measurements
• Operates machinery such as grinders, band saws, etc.
• Loads metals parts/ tubing into fixtures
• Aligns parts using calipers, rulers, clamps, etc.
• Ensures proper fitment of parts
• Tack welds parts together
• MIG & TIG welds parts under supervision of more experienced welders
• Stages jobs for Welder II’s and III’s
• Assists Welder’s II & III’s as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 – 2 years on the job (MIG & TIG) welding experience
• Experience using saws, welder machines, tools, etc.
• Knowledge of PPE (face shields, welder helmets, gloves, steel toes, curtains, etc)
• Must have a commitment to excellent quality standards.
• Must have a commitment to Safety.
• Must be able to read and speak English fluently.
• Must possess a helpful, friendly & positive attitude.
• High School diploma/ GED required
• Experience welding stainless steel a plus
• Welding Certification Program (AWS) a plus

Other Details:

• Periodic lifting (up to 50lbs.)
• Sustained periods of standing