Welder/Fitter

Industrial Metal Fabrication Inc.; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Metal Fabrication Inc. in Newton, KS is seeking a Welder/Fitter to join our on-site fabrication team. The role focuses on assembling, fitting, and welding structural and plate steel per drawings, with MIG, TIG, and Stick processes.

You will read fabrication drawings, maintain quality checks, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with supervisors to meet production schedules. Experience in metal fabrication is preferred; ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials as

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) and basic fitting techniques for structural and plate steel.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and measuring instruments such as tape measures, squares, and calipers.
• Strong focus on safety practices, quality standards, and attention to detail in metal fabrication work.
• Relevant experience in industrial metal fabrication, manufacturing, or a similar environment; vocational or technical training in welding or fabrication is preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials as required, and perform physical tasks in a shop setting.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and team members.
• Welding certifications (such as AWS or equivalent) are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints to determine welding and fitting approach.
• Prepare materials and set up welding equipment for MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Weld and fit structural and plate steel per specifications and tolerances.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using measuring tools and perform quality checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow shop safety procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to meet production schedules and assist with general fabrication tasks.

Skills

Fabrication drawings

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Basic fitting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

AWS certification

Education

Vocational welding training

Technical fabrication education

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Tape measures

Squares

Calipers

Power tools

Job description

Company Description Industrial Metal Fabrication Inc. is a full-service fabrication shop specializing in high-quality fabricated equipment for the environmental and energy industries. With more than a century of combined experience in fabrication, combustion, plant commissioning, plant operation, and field installation, the company provides specialized services that set it apart from other equipment providers. Team members work with diverse projects that support critical industrial and environmental infrastructure. Industrial Metal Fabrication Inc. values craftsmanship, safety, and reliability in every project. The company offers opportunities to work with experienced professionals and grow technical skills in a specialized fabrication environment.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Welder/Fitter role located in Newton, KS. The Welder/Fitter assembles, fits, and welds structural and plate steel components according to drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Daily responsibilities include preparing materials, setting up welding equipment, performing MIG/TIG/Stick welding, and verifying dimensions and tolerances using appropriate measuring tools. The role involves reading and interpreting fabrication drawings, performing quality checks on completed work, and following shop safety procedures and guidelines. The Welder/Fitter also collaborates with supervisors and team members to meet production schedules, maintain a clean and organized work area, and assist with general fabrication tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) and basic fitting techniques for structural and plate steel.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and measuring instruments such as tape measures, squares, and calipers.
• Strong focus on safety practices, quality standards, and attention to detail in metal fabrication work.
• Relevant experience in industrial metal fabrication, manufacturing, or a similar environment; vocational or technical training in welding or fabrication is preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials as required, and perform physical tasks in a shop setting.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and team members.
• Welding certifications (such as AWS or equivalent) are a plus but not required.