Welder - MIG/TIG

JohnBoos & Co.; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

JohnBoos & Co. in Effingham, IL is seeking experienced MIG/TIG welders to join our metal production team. You will weld using MIG and TIG processes, inspect parts, and work with precision equipment on stainless and other metals.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing measurements with tape measures and calipers, and troubleshooting issues to ensure quality. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Welding certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years MIG/TIG welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret tolerances.
• Ability to read tape measures and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Weld using MIG/TIG processes, including thin materials.
• Read blueprints and schematics with minimal supervision.
• Perform measurements and dimensional checks from drawings.
• Inspect products, troubleshoot issues, and resolve root causes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math calculations

Hand-eye coordination

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Welding Certificate

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Tape measures

Calipers

Grinders

Buffers

Sanders

Job description

Metal Production, Effingham, IL, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Overview

MIG and TIG welders use metal inert gas (MIG) or tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding to fuse metal parts together and operate tools such as arc welders, grinders, and buffing machines. They are also responsible for selecting and installing torch tips, filler rods, and flux according to the thickness of metal materials.

Responsibilities

• Welding: Core skill for TIG welders. Knowledge of equipment, processes, materials, gases; practical proficiency in welding thin 20 gauge stainless steel. A 20 gauge weld test is required to pass during the interview.
• Reading blueprints and schematics: Interpret blueprints and schematics accurately; minimal supervision.
• Math skills: Calculate dimensions based on blueprints and take measurements of materials.
• Hand-eye coordination: Welding requires stamina and precise hand-eye coordination to control heat and timing.
• Troubleshooting: Inspect products, identify errors, analyze root cause, and formulate solutions.

Education & Training

Welding Certificate Preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work with the following tools:
• Measurement tools (tape measures, calipers, clamps)
• Metalworking tools (grinders, buffers, sanders)
• Technical documents (blueprints, bills of material, technique sheets)
• MIG/TIG welding equipment (tungsten electrodes, filler metal rods, torch holders)
• Metals (stainless steel, aluminum, black iron)
• 2+ years of MIG/TIG welding experience
• Solid background working with sheet metal
• Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
• Ability to distinguish material types including galvanized and stainless steel
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, multi-task and prioritize
• Strong teamwork
• Ability to work unsupervised while meeting quality requirements
• Ability to read a tape measure and caliper
• Ability to read blueprints with knowledge of engineered tolerances
• Physical ability: Stand and walk up to 8 hours per day
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Bending, reaching, turning, twisting, kneeling, holding welding tools
• Wear welding mask and PPE for extended periods