Welder - 1st Shift Production

MAT Holdings, Inc; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 25,685 - 36,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Career advancement program

Wellness programs

Health Savings Account

Job summary

MAT Holdings, Inc is seeking a Welder for the 1st Shift production at our Jackson, TN location, offering starting pay of $22.60/hour. Responsibilities include welding, quality inspections, and interpreting blueprints.

The position includes a sign-on bonus of $1,000. Candidates must have relevant MIG welding experience within the last 2 years and reliable transportation. Join our team to contribute to a LEAN manufacturing culture.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in MIG welding within the last 2 years.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work.
• Must be able to report to work each day for your scheduled shift.

Responsibilities

• Welding in a fast-paced production environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Conduct quality inspections of work.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Job description

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment (complete benefits package)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick days, and paid holidays)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Career advancement program, training and development
• Wellness programs (fitness reimbursements and mental health support)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary life / AD&D, Employer Provided Life/AD&D

Job Description

We are currently hiring a Welder—1st Shift Production for our Jackson, TN location. The position starts at $22.60/hour. The 1st Shift runs Monday through Thursday, from 5:00am to 3:30pm or from 6:00am to 4:30pm. The ten‑hour shift includes three paid breaks and a 30‑minute lunch.

Sign‑on bonus: $1,000.00.

Responsibilities:

• Welding in a fast‑paced production‑style environment.
• MIG welding multiple attachments (12 gauge to .179" brackets and tubing).
• Most welding positions require passing ASME certification, requiring a 6" vertical down weld with full penetration on .094 material with a gap of .052". Welds must be to code and cosmetically acceptable; defects such as porosity, undercut, concave are not allowed. Welds must be safe and meet quality standards.
• Follow all company policies and procedures and encourage colleagues to follow the same.
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
• Perform gas metal arc welding and flux‑cored arc welding.
• Assemble and MIG weld parts following blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
• Conduct quality inspections of work.
• Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.
• Conduct repairs, modifications, and retrofits on production items.
• Provide data to assist in monitoring and tracking project status.
• Assist in training junior employees and inspecting their work.
• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
• Actively participate in the development of a LEAN manufacturing culture.
• May perform various duties that do not always require hand welding. Welders may be assigned to operate various welding and non‑welding equipment to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in MIG welding within the last 2 years. Machine welding experience is not applicable.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work.
• Must be able to report to work each day for your scheduled shift.