Welder III

Premier Marine, Inc.; Big Lake (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading marine manufacturing company in Big Lake, MN, is seeking a Welder III to perform advanced MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to interpret detailed blueprints. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards and mentoring junior welders within a supportive and safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of welding experience with MIG or TIG welding, specifically on aluminum.
• High school diploma or GED required; welding certifications or technical training preferred.
• Takes pride in work and has strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced, complex MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components.
• Interpret detailed blueprints and production plans for intricate assemblies.
• Conduct inspections to ensure welds meet industry and company standards.

Skills

Expert knowledge of welding techniques

Blueprint interpretation

Leadership skills

Good hand-eye coordination

Flexibility to work in other departments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certifications or technical training

5+ years of welding experience with MIG or TIG

Job description

Description

At Premier Marine, we believe that people come first, and as a valued Welder III, you will play a crucial role in our family-owned business. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Attitude, and Collaboration, you’ll join a dedicated team where your contributions matter. Here, you’ll work on building the world’s best pontoons in a supportive environment that focuses on your personal and professional development. We're committed to ensuring you thrive, so together, we can leave a wake that changes lives on and off the water.

Job Summary

As a Welder III this position is in a highly skilled role responsible for complex welding tasks, focusing on advance MIG and TIG welding techniques for aluminum materials. This position requires significant experience in welding, blueprint interpretation, and quality assurance. The Welder III operates independently, ensuring precision and consistency across complex projects, and may lead or mentor junior welders. This role involves troubleshooting welding issues, contributing to process improvements, and ensuring compliance with production timelines and safety standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Is able to perform all essential job functions as a Welder II.
• Performs advanced, complex MIG and TIG welding on aluminum components, meeting tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Accurately interpret detailed blueprints, welding symbols and production plans for intricate assemblies.
• Identifies welding defects or process inefficiencies and implement solutions promptly.
• Recommends improvements to welding techniques, workflows or equipment to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Conducts inspections to ensure welds meet industry and company standards, including visual checks and non-destructive testing needed.
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide advance training and guidance for Welder I and Welder II employees, fostering skill development within the team.
• Is able to float between multiple departments within Premier
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Ensures compliance with all safety protocols, company policies, and weld standards, and lead by example in safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Expert knowledge of wedling techniques, blueprint interpretation and quality standards.
• Experience in troubleshooting welding equipment and processes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor junior welders.
• Takes pride in work.
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Flexibility to work in other departments.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; welding certifications or technical training preferred.
• 5+ years of welding experience with MIG or TIG welding, specifically on aluminum

Physical Requirements

• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to read work instructions and drawings.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials, work in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by lifting, walking, bending, twisting and carrying materials.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.

Premier Marine, LLC retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.

Premier Marine offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings; paid time off; paid holidays; volunteer PTO; and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additional programs such as a referral bonus, leadership development opportunities, and participation in the Employee Boat Club are also available.