Welder/Fabricator

QPS Employment Group; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Welder/Fabricator for a 1st and 2nd shift position in Liberty, MO. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, selecting welding methods, setting up components, and welding in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions to assemble trailers and automotive components.

The role requires at least 2 years of welding experience, FCAW proficiency, and the ability to read measurements and blueprints.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of welding experience in a professional/industrial setting.
• FCAW experience required (1st shift).
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings and take accurate measurements.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and welding specifications.
• Determine appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods for each assignment.
• Set up components, fixtures, clamps, and materials.
• Weld in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Inspect welded surfaces for flaws and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Welding experience

FCAW experience

Blueprint reading

Measurement reading

Safety awareness

Tools

Angle grinders

Job description

Position Title: Welder/Fabricator Salary: $47,840-$58,240 per year Shift: 1st, 2nd Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm; 4:30pm-3:00am (Mon-Thurs)

QPS Employment Group has a great Welder/Fabricator position available at a company in Liberty, MO. This is a 1st and 2nd shift direct hire position.

Welder/Fabricator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and welding specifications.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods for each assignment.
• Set up components, fixtures, clamps, and materials according to specifications.
• Align parts using fixtures, tape measures, levels, speed squares, and related tools.
• Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Perform FCAW welding on trailers and other automotive components.
• Prepare parts for welding by operating angle grinders and other preparation equipment.
• Weld components, fill gaps, and complete trailer and structural assemblies.
• Inspect welded surfaces and structures for flaws, defects, and compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain company quality requirements and immediately address issues using a "Stop and Fix" approach.
• Maintain welding equipment in a condition that supports safe and effective operation.
• Assist other welders to support efficient completion of production work.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 5S and safety standards.
• Follow all company procedures, rules, regulations, and safe-work practices.

Welder/Fabricator Requirements:

• At least 2 years of recent professional or industrial welding experience.
• FCAW experience required (1st shift).
• Ability to read a metric ruler.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings and take accurate measurements.
• Ability to select appropriate welding methods, equipment, and settings.
• Ability to weld in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work for up to 10 hours in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working overhead.
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Aluminum welding experience preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers.
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process.

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.