Welder at Viking Group

Viking Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Viking Group in Columbus, OH is seeking a full-time Welder for a fast-paced fabrication environment. You will operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe, perform rewelds as needed, and ensure finished products meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading work orders and drawings, measuring parts with tape, maintaining a clean and safe workspace, and meeting daily production goals while following all SOPs and safety rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience welding in manufacturing or production environments preferred.
• Ability to complete company welding certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe.
• Perform manual rewelds with handheld welding tools as needed.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment safely.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance.
• Apply required certification stamps to welds.
• Transfer finished pipe to carts or staging areas for downstream processing.
• Read work orders and fabrication drawings to complete tasks accurately.
• Measure materials with tape measures to verify dimensions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Basic math

Welding experience

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Plasma equipment

Forklift/overhead crane (optional)

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Primary Function

The Welder is responsible for producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets to pipe, perform rewelds as required, and ensure finished products meet company and industry quality standards. The Welder safely handles materials, follows established procedures, and contributes to on-time production while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe in accordance with production specifications.
• Perform manual rewelds using hand-held welding equipment as required to meet quality standards.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with company and industry standards.
• Apply required certification stamps to completed welds using designated tools.
• Transfer finished pipe to carts and staging areas for downstream processing or shipment.
• Operate pneumatic banding equipment to prepare finished pipe bundles for shipping when required.
• Read work orders, production documents, and basic fabrication drawings to complete assigned work accurately.
• Measure materials using tape measures and other measuring devices to verify dimensions and specifications.
• Maintain production output while meeting quality and safety expectations.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety standards.
• Complete required safety, equipment, and operational training.
• Follow all company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements.
• Support other fabrication, warehouse, or production activities as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete company welding certification requirements.
• Experience operating welding equipment, plasma equipment, or similar fabrication machinery is preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment with daily productivity goals.
• Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure (minimum 1/4-inch increments; finer measurements preferred).
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production orders, and standard operating procedures.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.