Welder | 1st shift

MiTek Industries; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Paid Time Off

Benefits begin on Day 1

401k Plan with Matching Contributions

13 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

MiTek Industries in Tolleson, AZ, is seeking a Welder to perform MIG welding and fabrication of Hardy Frame panels and structural steel components. You must read drawings, interpret weld symbols, and maintain tolerances while ensuring material quality and safety compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years MIG welding experience, basic measuring skills, and a strong attention to detail. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a Berkshire Hathaway company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years MIG welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
• Experience with dimensional tolerances and quality inspection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding of panels and structural steel components according to drawings and specs.
• Read blueprints, weld symbols, work orders, and fabrication specifications.
• Weld and fabricate 10- and 12-gauge steel components to tolerances.
• Inspect welds for quality, penetration, fit-up, appearance, and conformance to specs.
• Verify dimensions with tape measures, squares, calipers, and other tools.
• Report quality concerns and assist in corrective actions and rework.
• Maintain clean work areas and PPE; follow safety procedures.
• Meet safety, quality, and production goals; maintain attendance and overtime as required.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Dimensional tolerances

Safety procedures

Communication

Math calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Squares

Angle gauges

Job description

Job Responsibilities & RequirementsPOSITION SUMMARYThe Welder is responsible for performing MIG welding and fabrication of Hardy Frame structural steel panels and components in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This position requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, work with dimensional tolerances, inspect completed welds, and safely produce high-quality products that meet customer requirements. Accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards are critical to this role.Reasonable Accommodations StatementReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Perform MIG welding of Hardy Frame panels and structural steel components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, work orders, and fabrication specifications.Weld and fabricate 10-gauge, 12-gauge, and other structural steel components while maintaining required dimensional tolerances.Inspect completed welds for quality, penetration, fit-up, appearance, and conformance to specifications.Verify dimensions using tape measures, squares, angle gauges, calipers, and other measuring tools.Identify and report quality concerns and assist in corrective actions and rework activities.Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.Follow all safety procedures and properly utilize required PPE.Meet established safety, quality, and production goals.Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of the position, including arriving on time, being present at the workstation at the start of the shift, and working overtime as required.SKILLS & ABILITIESEducation and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED required.One to three years of MIG welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.Experience welding structural steel products and assemblies preferred.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications required.Experience working with dimensional tolerances and quality inspection procedures preferred.Language Skills:Effectively communicate with co-workers and management regarding production, quality, and safety issues.Mathematical Skills:Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.Calculate and verify dimensions, measurements, angles, and tolerances.Reasoning Ability:Apply practical problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.Interpret written, verbal, diagram, and drawing-based instructions.Troubleshoot welding issues.Computer Skills:PC skills required.Certificates & Licenses:Welding certification preferred but not required. Forklift certification is preferred or ability to obtain certification within established training requirements.Other Skills and Abilities:Read and interpret engineering drawings and weld symbols. Use tape measures, calipers, squares, angle gauges, and other precision measuring tools. Strong attention to detail. Working knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes. Strong organizational and communication skills.MITEK PERKS• Flexible Paid Time Off - take as much time off as you need!• Benefits begin on Day 1!• Profit Sharing Plan and Annual Incentive Plan• 13 Paid Holidays• 401k Plan with Matching Contributions• A variety of Medical, Dental and Vision Plans to choose from• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance• Tuition Reimbursement• Paid Parental Leave• Career advancement and training opportunities!MiTek Perks:Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time offDay One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision PlansFamily friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption ReimbursementPerformance/Incentive bonusesCareer advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursementRetirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit SharingEmployer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancemyFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytimeMiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [phone].www.mii.com