Welder 3rd Shift

Hillenbrand; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaffer/Peerless Food Equipment in Sidney, OH is seeking a skilled welder for 3rd shift to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components of industrial food processing equipment. You will read blueprints, interpret welding symbols, and perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding to meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and working in a loud environment. Overtime may occur; over three years experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trades training or related experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding with ability to read blueprints and symbols.
• Ability to perform basic math in all units, including fractions and decimals.
• Comfort with hand & power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and stand for extended periods.
• Work in a non air-conditioned, loud environment with airborne particles.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Weld, fabricate, and repair metal components of industrial food processing equipment using MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Read blueprints and welding symbols; position, clamp, and weld parts to tolerances.
• Prepare, weld, and finish metal pieces using hand tools, grinders, and plasma cutters.
• Set up fabricated parts for welding and ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Troubleshoot welding issues to maintain production flow.
• Attend safety meetings and follow safety protocols; keep area clean and organized.
• Suggest improvements to welding efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Aim for high-quality welds that meet company and customer standards.
• Follow detailed instructions and resolve routine problems in standard situations.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement & math

Education

High school diploma or GED with trades training

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Plasma cutter

Overhead cranes training

Job description

Welders at Shaffer/Peerless Food Equipment in Sidney, OH, play a crucial part in fabricating and repairing high-quality industrial food processing equipment. This position involves working with precise welding techniques, interpreting technical drawings and symbols, and ensuring every weld meets strict safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong welding skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing process to support our customers' needs.

Shift

• Shift: 3rd Shift, Monday through Friday - 11pm to 7am
• Overtime: When production demands require overtime, work hours may be extended from 9pm to 7am including possibility for Saturdays.

Work You’ll Do

• Use MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components of industrial food processing equipment, ensuring all welds meet safety and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to accurately position, clamp, and weld parts to specified tolerances.
• Use hand tools, clamps, jigs, fixtures, grinders, and plasma cutters to prepare, weld, and finish metal pieces for assembly or repair.
• Position, clamp, and set up components of fabricated metal parts for welding, ensuring proper fit and alignment according to specifications.
• Troubleshoot welding challenges on the spot, applying good judgment and problem‑solving skills to maintain production flow.
• Participate in safety meetings, actively follow safety protocols, and keep your work area clean and organized to promote a safe working environment.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting ways to increase welding efficiency, quality, and safety in your work area.
• Strive for high‑quality welds and workmanship, ensuring all finished products meet company standards and customer expectations before shipping.
• Use good judgment to follow detailed instructions and resolve simple, routine problems in standard situations.

Team

• This role will be a part of the Weld Team which includes 11 skilled Welders/Fabricators supporting the production process. Shaffer and Peerless Food Manufacturing are under the Coperion Food Equipment umbrella, and this position supports the collective efforts of these divisions.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with formal trades training or at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding with the ability to read and interpret welding symbols and blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, including fractions and decimals.
• Comfortability, experience, and skills to properly use hand & power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and stand for up to 4 hours.
• Comfortable working in a non‑air‑conditioned environment with loud noise levels and airborne particles.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and provide proof of legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding certification (e.g., AWS).
• Experience with grinding and fabrication processes.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts (training provided).
• Over three years of welding experience across MIG, TIG, and stick welding.