Welder (2nd Shift)

Louis-Industries; Paynesville (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Holiday pay

Bereavement pay

Safety boot reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Louis Industries in central Minnesota is seeking a Welder Operator to produce quality MIG welded assemblies from blueprints and work instructions. You will fixture, tack, weld and inspect parts while following safety and quality standards.

This role offers a 4 pm–2:30 am schedule, opportunities to learn robotic welding, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 1+ years welding experience or welding technical school training.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions.
• Comfortable using ERP or production software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, routers, and work instructions to produce quality welded assemblies.
• Perform MIG welding, fixturing, tack welding, finishing, and basic quality inspections.
• Operate welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment while maintaining required production and quality standards.
• Cross-train and operate additional manufacturing equipment as assigned.
• Follow established quality standards, work instructions, and safety procedures.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Math skills

Education

Welding certification or training

Job description

Louis Industries is one of the most modern steel processing facilities in central Minnesota. We employ around 100 people and serve over 180 customers predominantly located in the upper Midwest. Our customers vary from small, local owned companies to multi-million-dollar Fortune 500 companies. The parts Louis fabricates are found in products and equipment that are shipped globally. We utilize the latest technology available in laser, punching, forming, welding and quality control equipment, with an emphasis on supporting lean, rapid response manufacturing to support our customer’s varied needs. We strive to look toward the future, invest in automation, and continuously improve our processes, production capabilities, and our people. In addition, we are a major regional supplier with inventory of mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

We are employee focused, offer flexible schedules, full benefits, and competitive pay.

About the Role

Welders supports manufacturing operations by producing quality welded assemblies using MIG welding and fabrication equipment. This role works from blueprints and work instructions to fixture, tack, and weld steel assemblies while ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent production. As employees develop their welding skills and production knowledge, there is an opportunity to grow into a Robotic Welder Operator role, supporting automated welding systems and robotic welding cells.Welder Operator
What You'll Do

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, routers, and work instructions to produce quality welded assemblies.
• Perform MIG welding, fixturing, tack welding, finishing, and basic quality inspections.
• Operate welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment while maintaining required production and quality standards.
• Cross-train and operate additional manufacturing equipment as assigned.
• Follow established quality standards, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Utilize ERP systems to access production information and record required data.
• Maintain a safe work environment through proper housekeeping, PPE usage, and adherence to company policies.
• 1+ years welding experience OR welding technical school training
• Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions
• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment
• Basic math and measuring skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using computers and production software
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Willingness to learn robotic welding systems
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• HSA Match
• 401k Contribution
• PPE Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Safety Boot Reimbursement
• Company Paid/Provided Uniforms

Schedule

Monday - Thursday (4 pm - 2:30 am)

Compensation : $26 - $30 per hour based on experience
*Range includes $2.00 per hour 2nd shift differential.