Welder - Concrete

Landscape Structures Inc.; Delano (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Monthly bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Landscape Structures Inc. in Delano, MN is seeking a Welder who reads diagrams, sketches and blueprints to produce metal components for playground structures. The role involves MIG welding, setting up stations, and adhering to LSI procedures.

Hours are 5:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. Monday through Friday. The position offers profit sharing, a monthly bonus, and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, plus 401(k) and ESOP.

Qualifications

• Proficient MIG welding; able to pass welding tests.
• Able to read diagrams, sketches and basic blueprints.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE discipline.
• Attention to detail; follow standardized work instructions.
• Capable of working independently and with a production team.

Responsibilities

• Follows LSI QMS and standardized work procedures.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 and customer requirements.
• Adheres to safety procedures and reports incidents.
• Reads diagrams to weld playground components to specification.
• Performs standard MIG welds and operates welding equipment.
• Sets up welding stations and verifies machine settings.
• Conducts visual and dimensional weld inspections.
• Identifies weld defects or equipment issues and reports them.
• Interprets Concept Designer ideas and translates to scale.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Quality inspections

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Full-Time Delano, MN, US

ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Welder is responsible for producing metal components and assemblies by reading and interpreting diagrams, sketches, and blueprints to meet customer and LSI specifications. This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining welding equipment—primarily using MIG welding methods—to support the fabrication of playground structures and related components. The Welder follows standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality. This position will cross-train and rotate throughout all operations of the concrete facility on an as-needed basis.

Hours: M-F, 5:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

VALUES

• Commitment & Passion
• Integrity
• Team & Relationships

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows the LSI QMS (standardized work and documented procedures).
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives through the monthly department presentations, including newspapers, 5s, two second lean opportunities and understanding and participates in improving the LSI environmental impacts and aspects.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable standards: ISO 9001 quality, 14001 environmental, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Adheres to all safety procedures (including participating in safety audits, following machine guarding and lockout/tag out, proper lifting techniques, etc.), PPE requirements, and reporting incidents (including reporting near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately).
• Read and follow diagrams, sketches, basic blueprints, and work instructions to weld playground components to specification.
• Perform standard MIG welds and operate welding equipment independently according to established procedures.
• Set up welding stations, prepare materials, and verify appropriate machine settings for routine welding tasks.
• Conduct basic visual and dimensional inspections to ensure weld quality and part accuracy.
• Identify and report weld defects, equipment issues, or documentation inaccuracies to leads or supervisors.
• Interpreting the Concept Designer ideas and make them to scale, form, and proportion.

JOB COMPENTENCIES

• Acts with Safety in Mind: Actively promotes and maintains a safe working environment by identifying hazards and following safety protocols.
• Focus on Quality: Produces work that consistently meets specifications and prevents defects.
• Committed to Delivery: Meets production targets while maintaining quality and safety.
• Positively Affects Morale: Contributes positively to team performance and workplace culture.
• Shows Consideration for the Environment: Operates responsibly to reduce environmental impact

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated proficiency in MIG welding, with the ability to pass standard welding tests.
• Ability to read and follow diagrams, sketches, and basic to moderately detailed blueprints.
• Understanding of basic weld quality requirements and ability to perform visual inspections.
• Ability to set up MIG welding equipment and select correct wire, gas, and machine settings for routine welds.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow standardized work instructions and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently on standard welds and as part of a production team.
• Commitment to safety, including proper use of PPE and safe machine operation practices.
• Previous welding experience and or schooling required.
• High school completion or equivalent preferred.

The target hourly range is $22.00 - $27.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.

In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.