Welder

Dane Manufacturing; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunches

Comprehensive benefits

ESL classes

Team environment

Learning opportunities

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing in Waunakee, WI is seeking a skilled Welder who takes pride in quality workmanship. You will set up, weld, and finish metal components guided by blueprints and welding symbols to build products meeting our standards.

This hands-on role requires MIG/GMAW and TIG/GTAW proficiency, blueprint literacy, and strong attention to detail. You’ll collaborate with fitters and assemblers to deliver compliant parts on schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years welding experience in fabrication.
• Proficient in MIG/GMAW and TIG/GTAW welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• AWS certification is a plus.
• Completed welding program or apprenticeship preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment, including MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW).
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols.
• Fit and weld metal components to build fabricated assemblies.
• Use cutting, grinding, and finishing techniques to prepare and complete parts.
• Inspect welds and finished components to ensure quality requirements.
• Maintain and clean welding equipment and workspace.
• Collaborate with fitters, assemblers, and other team members to complete jobs on time.
• Identify quality issues, material shortages, or equipment concerns.
• Suggest opportunities to improve weld quality, efficiency, and workflow.

Skills

2+ years welding

MIG/GMAW

TIG/GTAW

Blueprints reading

Detail oriented

Hand tools

Teamwork

Welding program/Apprenticeship

AWS certification

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: WAUNAKEE, WI 53597Build Something You Can Be Proud Of.

Are you a skilled welder who takes pride in a quality weld and enjoys seeing raw metal become a finished product?

We’re looking for a Welder to join our manufacturing team! You’ll be responsible for fitting, welding, and finishing metal components while working from blueprints and welding symbols to build products that meet our quality standards and customer requirements.

If you’re hands-on, detail-oriented, and take pride in your craftsmanship, we want you on our team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment, including MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols.
• Fit and weld metal components to build fabricated assemblies.
• Use cutting, grinding, and finishing techniques to prepare and complete parts.
• Inspect welds and finished components to ensure they meet quality requirements.
• Maintain and clean welding equipment and your work area.
• Work closely with fitters, assemblers, and other production team members to complete jobs on time.
• Identify and communicate quality issues, material shortages, or equipment concerns.
• Help identify opportunities to improve weld quality, efficiency, and workflow.

THIS JOB IS A GREAT FIT IF YOU...

• Have 2+ years of welding experience in a fabrication environment.
• Are proficient with MIG/GMAW and TIG/GTAW welding processes.
• Can read blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Have strong attention to detail and take pride in quality workmanship.
• Are comfortable using hand tools, grinders, clamps, and measuring equipment.
• Have strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Have completed a welding program or apprenticeship — preferred, but not required.
• Have an AWS or equivalent welding certification — a plus!

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

We believe our employees deserve to feel like part of the team — not just another number.

• Monthly Catered Luncheons
• We provide catered lunches for employees on all three shifts!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• We offer a full, comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families.
• Paid ESL Classes
• We provide paid English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help employees strengthen their English skills, build confidence, and succeed both at work and in everyday life.
• Team Environment
• Work alongside experienced welders, fitters, assemblers, and other production teammates to build quality products for our customers.
• Opportunity to Learn & Grow
• Continue developing your welding and fabrication skills while working with a variety of projects, materials, and processes.
• Safety-Focused Workplace
• We take safety seriously, especially in a welding environment. PPE, fume controls, and safe work practices are an important part of the job.

READY TO PUT YOUR SKILLS TO WORK?

If you’re a skilled welder who cares about craftsmanship, quality, and being part of a team, we’d love to meet you!