Welder

Alexandria Industries; Wheaton (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

Four Day Work Week

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Alexandria Industries in Wheaton, MN is seeking an experienced Welder to join our shop floor. You will read blueprints, select welding methods, and weld aluminum components using MIG and TIG processes to meet customer specifications.

This role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork within a climate-controlled facility offering a four-day work week and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of Aluminum TIG and MIG welding experience.
• Ability to obtain welding certifications as needed.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret customer blueprint specifications to understand product requirements.
• Set up and weld components using MIG/TIG welding processes.
• Maintain clean, safe work area following 5S principles.
• Inspect welded surfaces and parts to ensure customer specifications.
• Support preventive maintenance and basic repairs on equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Math proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished. There are many necessary activities to satisfy any of the following performance guidelines.

• Practice and promote a safe work environment throughout the entire facility
• Read and interpret customer blueprint specifications to understand product requirements
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to order specifications
• Weld components efficiently and safely using various welding equipment
  • Perform MIG, TIG and other types of weld based on project needs
• Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S system
• Conduct all processes and procedures in accordance with department key measures
• Ensure all quality practices are being followed accurately and efficiently
• Communicate Alexandria Industries’ requirements and capabilities with vendors and customers
• Read and analyze customer blueprint specifications to understand product requirements
• Use necessary measurement equipment to test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to ensure that parts extruded meet customer specifications
• Conduct simple repairs on equipment and machinery as needed
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment in order to ensure safety, quality and efficiency
• De-bur and grind components as needed to achieve precise surface texture
• Load and unload trucks in the most cost efficient way for deliveries and shipments

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • High School diploma or equivalent degree
• Experience:
  • 3-5years of Aluminum TIG and MIG welding experience preferred
• Licensing Required: None
• Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to obtain welding certifications as needed
  • Ability to recognize safety concerns
  • Ability to utilize the proper inspection equipment per designated area
  • A highly motivated self-starter
  • Strong coordination and judgment skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts and surface finish according to customer specifications
  • Ability to effectively work in a team environment
  • Ability to take part in additional training as needed
  • Ability to perform and assist with preventive maintenance
  • Strong communication skills, problem solver, multi-tasker
  • Ability to properly identify materials
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties

Full job description upon request.

BENEFITS

• A.I. Family Health & Wellness Clinic - Free to all employees
• Group Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Four Day Work Week

Climate‑controlled environment

Clean, well‑maintained workspace

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Volunteer Hours (8hrs. per year)
• Tuition Reimbursement

The anticipated pay range for this position is $21.00-$34.50/hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors include job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs and geographic location.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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