Welder - Entry Level

Ridgecrest Ventures LLC; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Werks, located in Medina, Ohio, seeks an entry-level Welder/Fabricator to join the team. Candidates should have welding/fabricating experience per AWS D1.1 and be able to work on various weldments.

The role requires reading drawings, planning welding sequences, and performing surface prep, with a focus on safety. Two shifts, competitive pay, and growth opportunities are offered as part of the interview process.

Qualifications

• Five+ years welding experience or trade school certificate.
• Ability to weld FCAW and GMAW in all positions (90% FCAW).
• Proficient at reading and interpreting drawings and weld symbols.
• Proficient at torch cutting, plasma cutting, grinding and air arc gouging.
• Prior experience operating with overhead cranes, jib cranes and forklifts preferred. KWE Can train.
• MUST have experience in General and Welding Safety.
• MUST pass pre-employment welding test. Weld tests will consist of single pass, multi-pass FCAW & GMAW and potentially a 2G FCAW weld test.
• MUST pass pre-employment background and illegal substance drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Welding and fabricating of products to drawing requirements.
• Analyze drawings and plan sequence of welding assignment.
• Prepare metal surface for welding by grinding, solvent cleaning, wire brushing etc.
• Follow Welding Procedure Specifications requirements.
• Operate manual and semi-automatic equipment in all positions.
• Measure and mark parts using straightedge, tape measure, ruler etc.
• Maintain welding safety and risk free-work environment.
• Safely operate forklifts and cranes.
• Keep work area and welding equipment clean on daily basis.
• Keep open communication with co-workers and management.
• Perform all other duty assigned.

Skills

Welding

Reading drawings

GMAW FCAW

Safety compliance

Torch/plasma cutting

Education

Trade school welding certificate

Tools

Overhead cranes

Jib cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Kraft Werks is a privately owned company located in Medina, Ohio in need of an entry level Welder/Fabricator to join our team. We are looking for a hardworking professional who will be able to meet challenges and surpass customer expectations. Candidates shall have a background in welding/fabricating in accordance with AWS D1.1 welding codes. Candidates shall also be able to work on small, medium and large size weldments.

Welder Job Responsibilities

• Welding and fabricating of products to drawing requirements
• Analyze drawings and plan sequence of welding assignment
• Prepare metal surface for welding by grinding, solvent cleaning, wire brushing etc.
• Follow Welding Procedure Specifications requirements
• Operate manual and semi-automatic equipment in all positions
• Measure and mark parts using straightedge, tape measure, ruler etc.
• Maintain welding safety and risk free-work environment
• Safely operate forklifts and cranes
• Keep work area and welding equipment clean on daily basis
• Keep open communication with co-workers and management
• Perform all other duty assigned

Welder Skills/Requirements

• Five (5) plus years of welding experience or Certificate of completion from a trade school/welding program.
• Able to weld with FCAW, GMAW, processes in all positions. 90% of welding will be with FCAW.
• Proficient at reading and interpreting drawings and basic weld symbols
• Proficient at torch cutting, plasma cutting, grinding and air arc gouging
• Prior experience operating with overhead cranes, jib cranes and forklifts preferred. KWE Can train.
• MUST have experience in General and Welding Safety
• MUST pass pre-employment welding test. Weld tests will consist of single pass, multi-pass FCAW & GMAW and potentially a 2G FCAW weld test.
• MUST pass pre-employment background and illegal substance drug screen.

Kraft Werks offers a competitive salary and benefits package, operates on two shifts and provides opportunities for additional training, professional growth and advancement. All candidates will be required to take a welding qualification test as part of the application / interview process.