Welder

Dane Manufacturing Company; Waunakee, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunches

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid ESL classes

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

Dane Manufacturing Company in Waunakee, WI is seeking a skilled welder to join our manufacturing team. You’ll fit, weld, and finish metal components using blueprints and welding symbols to produce parts that meet quality standards.

This hands-on role requires accuracy, pride in craftsmanship, and ability to work with fitters and assemblers. We offer team camaraderie, safety-focused environment, and opportunities to learn and grow on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years welding experience in fabrication environments.
• Proficient with MIG/GMAW and TIG/GTAW welding processes.
• Read blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Comfort using hand tools, grinders, clamps, measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Welding program or apprenticeship completed preferred; AWS certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment including MIG and TIG 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 parts.
• Inspect welds and finished components to ensure quality requirements.
• Maintain and clean welding equipment and your work area.
• Collaborate with fitters, assemblers, and production teammates to meet deadlines.
• Identify quality issues, material shortages, or equipment concerns and communicate them.

Skills

MIG/GMAW welding

TIG/GTAW welding

Blueprint reading

Detail oriented

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

Welding program or apprenticeship

Tools

Welding equipment

Measurement tools

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!