WELDER: MIG/TIG

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Rancho Cordova, CA seeks a skilled Welder (MIG/TIG) for 2nd shift. The role involves welding across various gauges, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality with minimal defects in a manufacturing setting.

The candidate should have at least 6 months of welding or fabrication experience, proficiency in MIG/TIG, and the ability to read technical drawings. Forklift certification is a plus, with potential certification upgrades as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of sheet metal or fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Proficient in MIG and TIG welding on basic butt and fillet welds.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to obtain AWS D1.1 or D1.3 certification if required.

Responsibilities

• MIG and TIG weld on a range of metal materials per specifications.
• Select appropriate gas, wire, and welding materials for each process.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Perform groove, fillet, lap, butt, and full penetration welds as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and inspect weld quality.
• Operate forklifts and maintain certification as required.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Quality control

Job description

Welder (MIG / TIG) – Rancho Cordova, CA

2nd Shift - Swing shift - Mon - Th; 2:30pm - 1:10am (4/10 schedule)

$22 - $25 Swing Shift + Shift Differential

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join a manufacturing and fabrication team in Rancho Cordova. This position performs MIG and TIG welding across a limited range of material gauges, alloys, and positions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and capable of producing high-quality welds that meet customer specifications with minimal defects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metal materials within defined specifications
• Identify and select correct gas, wire, and welding materials for each process
• Use oxy-acetylene and plasma torches to cut materials as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings
• Join, fabricate, and repair metal components using appropriate welding techniques
• Execute consistent weld types including groove, fillet, lap, butt, and full penetration welds
• Perform multi-pass welds and stack-ups as required by job specifications
• Fabricate and weld products to meet strict customer requirements with minimal defects
• Perform carbon air arc cutting as required and pass testing validation
• Develop and construct basic fixturing for welding and fabrication work
• Straighten and correct welded parts as needed
• Weld and repair holes up to 2 inches deep
• Visually inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and defects
• Inspect welding equipment and tools for wear and safety compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Operate forklifts (must maintain or obtain forklift certification)

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of sheet metal, welding, or metal fabrication experience
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, blueprints, and technical documents
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to use welding tools and equipment safely
• Experience using MIG and TIG welding processes for basic butt and fillet welds
• Basic math skills including addition and subtraction
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 or D1.3 welding certifications as required

Preferred Skills

• Experience with fabrication, structural welding, or production welding environments
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and PPE compliance
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification quickly
• Strong attention to detail and quality control mindset

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing/fabrication shop environment and requires standing, lifting, bending, and working with heavy materials and welding equipment. Safety compliance and precision are essential.