Welder 2nd Shift

Schupan; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO and 401(k) with match starting Day

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

HSA with company contribution

Wellness premium discount

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schupan in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Welder for the 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM). The role uses hand-welding, MIG, TIG, and flame-cutting to join metal components and fabricate precision products.

You will read work orders and prints, select the right weld type, operate MIG/TIG equipment and related tools, perform cutting and finishing tasks, and maintain a safe, 5S-compliant work area. Competitive pay and weekly payroll are offered.

Qualifications

• Prior welding experience and/or training preferred, with reliable work history.
• Proficiency with MIG and/or TIG welding; knowledge of oxy/acetylene and plasma cutting preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, prints, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all welding machinery.
• Identify the most efficient weld type based on work order/prints, including material type and required surface finish.
• Proficiently operate MIG and TIG welding equipment, cold saws, tauring rollers, and other tools required to complete the fabrication process.
• Perform related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding, plasma, and oxy/acetylene.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Perform required maintenance for the fabrication department.
• Comply with mandated ISO quality procedures and maintain cleanliness using 5S process.
• Assist in performing inspections of parts.
• Provide support to other manufacturing and quality personnel when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with MIOSHA regulations
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Skills

Welding experience

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading work orders/prints

Safety procedures

Tools

MIG welding equipment

TIG welding equipment

Plasma cutting

Oxy/acetylene

Cold saws

Tauring rollers

Job description

WELDER -- 2ND SHIFT

Covington | Kalamazoo, MI | Full-Time | 2nd Shift | Monday - Friday, 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

WELDER -- 2ND SHIFT

Covington | Kalamazoo, MI | Full-Time | 2nd Shift | Monday - Friday, 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

About Schupan

We have been building sustainable material solutions since 1968. At Schupan, you will find a people-first culture, opportunities to grow, and competitive pay -- all while being part of a team working toward a more resourceful future.

OUR CORE VALUES

Integrity | Compassion | Empowerment | Sustainability

What You Will Achieve

As a Welder at our Covington facility, you will use hand-welding, flame-cutting, MIG, and TIG techniques to weld or join metal components and fabricate precision products. Your technical expertise and attention to detail will directly support our production quality and customer commitments.

How You Will Do It

• Operate and maintain all welding machinery
• Identify the most efficient weld type based on work order/prints, including material type and required surface finish
• Proficiently operate MIG and TIG welding equipment, cold saws, tauring rollers, and other tools required to complete the fabrication process
• Perform related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding, plasma, and oxy/acetylene
• Operate forklift as needed
• Perform required maintenance for the fabrication department
• Comply with mandated ISO quality procedures and maintain cleanliness using 5S process
• Assist in performing inspections of parts
• Provide support to other manufacturing and quality personnel when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with MIOSHA regulations
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
  
  

Basic Requirements

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Prior welding experience and/or training preferred, with reliable work history
• Proficiency with MIG and/or TIG welding; knowledge of oxy/acetylene and plasma cutting preferred
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, prints, safety rules, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk throughout the shift; frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive movements
• Routinely lift up to 25 lbs.; occasionally 50+ lbs.
• Depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to wear all required safety equipment (welding PPE, gloves, face shield)
• Able to work in a noisy and hot environment; hearing and heat protection provided
• Able to work in an environment where Lockout/Tagout is a standard safety practice
  
  

What You Can Expect From Us

• Competitive pay -- contact us for details
• Schedule: Full-Time, 2nd Shift -- Monday - Friday, 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM
• Weekly pay
• PTO and 401(k) with match starting Day 1
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the 1st of the month after hire
• HSA with company contribution, FSA, and wellness premium discount
• Company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pet insurance, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement