Welder- Night Shift

Hartzell Hardwoods, Inc.; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A steel fabrication company in Piqua, Ohio is seeking a skilled MIG welder to set up and operate welding equipment on different metals according to blueprints and specifications. The ideal candidate will have a trade school certificate or two years of welding experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to maintain safety protocols. This role emphasizes teamwork and supports the company culture. Join us to contribute to high-quality welds in a clean and safe environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Trade School Certificate or 2 years of welding experience.
• Experience with hand tools is required.
• Strong capability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates GMAW (MIG) equipment on various metals.
• Reads work orders and utilizes blueprints for welding tasks.
• Positions and clamps components before welding.

Skills

Welding proficiency

Blueprint interpretation

Hand tool knowledge

Ability to pass welding test

Crouching and kneeling ability

Education

Trade School Certificate or 2 years of welding experience

Job description

Description

Basic Function: Sets-up and operates GMAW (MIG) equipment on mild steel, aluminum and stainless according to blueprints and shop drawings.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Reads work orders and parts lists.
2. Works from blueprints given in work orders.
3. Demonstrated proficiency in welding. Determines material type and thickness of weld wire to use.
4. Sets-up welding equipment per material type listed on work order. Welds weldments per work order and blueprints.
5. Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products prior to welding.
6. Uses basic power hand tools and grinders to clean up weld work e.g. de-burring, clean weld splatter.
7. Completes a visual inspection of welded assemblies.
8. Supports the Hartzell Culture initiatives and displays and portrays the Hartzell Values.
9. Follows all safety practices and rules.
10. Maintains clean and safe working environment in line with company policies.
11. Support and completes other duties given by team leader as necessary.

Requirements

Qualifications and Required Skills

• Trade School Certificate or 2 years of welding experience
• Experience with and knowledge of hand tools.
• Strong blueprint interpretation / reading skills.
• Ability to crouch and kneel.
• Must be able to pass written quiz and hands on weld test.