Welder

gpac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Welder to join a leading industrial manufacturing team, handling welding and fabrication of large components. Strong blueprint-reading skills and familiarity with multiple welding processes are essential.

The role requires performing MIG, TIG, FCAW, and/or pulse welding, reading weld symbols, and setting up machines. Direct hire with day and evening shifts, focusing on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience welding in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
• Strong understanding of welding processes and equipment.
• Experience welding carbon steel and heavy-gauge materials preferred.
• Maintain quality welds while meeting production needs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, FCAW, and/or pulse welding on carbon steel and other metals.
• Weld and fabricate large industrial components and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Set up welding machines and select correct settings.
• Perform fit-up, tack welding, and final welding per specs.
• Use hand tools, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and penetration.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment.
• Follow company quality standards and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with fitters, fabricators, and assemblers.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Welding symbols

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Authorized to work in US

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Welder to join a leading industrial manufacturing team. This position is responsible for welding and fabricating large, complex components used in industrial equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong blueprint-reading skills, attention to detail, and experience working with multiple welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, FCAW, and/or pulse welding on carbon steel and other metals.
• Weld and fabricate large industrial components and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Set up welding machines and select the appropriate settings for each application.
• Perform fit-up, tack welding, and final welding according to specifications.
• Use hand tools, grinders, and other fabrication equipment.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and proper penetration.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Follow company quality standards and safety procedures.
• Work closely with fitters, fabricators, assemblers, and other production team members.

Qualifications

• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Strong understanding of welding processes and equipment.
• Experience welding carbon steel and heavy-gauge materials is preferred.
• Ability to perform quality welds while maintaining production requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Position Details

• Direct Hire
• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Industrial Manufacturing Environment
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex equipment and fabrication projects

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.