Welder/Fabricator - Tig

Cedar valley stainless; Stratford (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar valley stainless is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator specializing in TIG welding to join our fabrication team. You will weld and fabricate metal components, read blueprints, and ensure strict quality and safety standards across construction and manufacturing projects.

The role requires proficiency in TIG along with MIG, FCAW, and SMAW techniques, measurement with calipers/micrometers, and safe operation of tools and plasma cutters.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in TIG welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Strong measuring skills with calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Interpret mechanical blueprints and fabrication drawings to produce components.
• Perform TIG welding on sheet metal and structural steel per AWS standards.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and shop math to ensure tolerances.
• Operate power tools, plasma cutters, and machining equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct quality inspections to verify weld integrity and dimensions.
• Follow safety protocols on construction sites or in the shop environment.
• Collaborate with team to meet project deadlines with high craftsmanship.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

FCAW welding

SMAW welding

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Safety compliance

Shop math

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Plasma cutter

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Welder/Fabricator specializing in TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding to join our dynamic fabrication team. In this role, you will be responsible for precision welding and fabricating metal components, ensuring all work meets strict quality standards and safety protocols. Your expertise will contribute to the creation of durable, high-quality metal structures and assemblies used across various construction and manufacturing projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical knowledge, technical skills, and passion for fabrication in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and fabrication shop drawings to accurately produce components.
• Perform TIG welding on diverse metal materials, including sheet metal and structural steel, adhering to AWS (American Welding Society) standards.
• Utilize measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and shop math to ensure precise dimensions and tolerances.
• Operate power tools, hand tools, plasma cutters, and machining equipment safely and efficiently during fabrication processes.
• Conduct quality inspections using measuring instruments like gauges and calipers to verify weld integrity and dimensional accuracy.
• Follow safety protocols rigorously on construction sites or within the fabrication shop environment to maintain a safe working atmosphere.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and safety compliance.

Experience

• Proven experience in metal fabrication or welding within a construction site or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in TIG welding along with other welding techniques such as MIG (Metal Inert Gas), FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), and stick welding.
• Familiarity with interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and mechanical blueprints for fabrication tasks.
• Hands-on experience with measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Knowledge of safety protocols related to welding, machining, plasma cutting, and handling metal materials.
• Ability to operate power tools, hand tools, plasma cutters, and machining equipment confidently.
• Basic math skills necessary for shop math calculations related to fabrication specifications.
• Construction site experience is a plus, especially involving crane operations or working around heavy machinery.
• Strong mechanical knowledge combined with the ability to interpret technical drawings accurately is essential for success in this role.

Join us if you’re eager to bring your welding expertise into a collaborative environment that values precision craftsmanship, safety excellence, and innovative fabrication solutions!

Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person