Welder - Swing Shift

Opti Staffing Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Opti Staffing is hiring a Swing Shift Welder in NE Portland, OR. The role focuses on MIG and FCAW welding, reading blueprints, and fabricating industrial attachments. You will set up welding equipment, weld to specifications, and inspect finished work for quality in a hands-on shop environment.

The position offers a consistent 3:00 PM–11:30 PM schedule, Monday–Friday, with pay starting at $25+ per hour depending on experience. Opportunities for long-term employment exist with an experienced team.

Qualifications

• Must have MIG welding experience.
• FCAW welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience setting up and operating welding equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable attendance and work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Weld industrial attachments and related components using MIG/FCAW.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Set up and operate welding equipment.
• Fit and weld components to specifications.
• Inspect welds and finished assemblies for quality.
• Perform grinding and other fabrication work as needed.
• Make adjustments to welding settings based on material.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow safety and quality standards.
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules.

Skills

MIG welding

FCAW welding

Blueprint reading

Equipment setup

Quality inspection

Fabrication

Detail oriented

Tools

Welding equipment

Safety gear

Job description

Opti Staffing is Hiring! Position: Swing Shift Welder Location: NE Portland, OR Pay: $25+/hr DOE Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM

Who We Are: Opti Staffing is partnering with a local manufacturing company that specializes in building industrial attachments. We’re looking for an experienced Welder to join their swing shift team. This is a hands‑on welding and fabrication position primarily focused on MIG and FCAW welding.

What You’ll Do:

• Weld industrial attachments and related components using primarily MIG and FCAW processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
• Set up and operate welding equipment.
• Fit and weld components according to specifications.
• Inspect welds and finished assemblies for quality and accuracy.
• Perform grinding, fitting, and other fabrication work as needed.
• Make adjustments to welding settings and techniques based on material and application.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow company safety and quality standards.
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules.

What’s In It for You:

• $25+/hr DOE
• Monday–Friday swing shift
• Consistent 3:00 PM–11:30 PM schedule
• Hands‑on work building industrial attachments
• Opportunity for long‑term employment
• Work with an experienced manufacturing and fabrication team

What You Need to Have:

• Previous MIG welding experience.
• FCAW welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience setting up and operating welding equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

The Musts:

• Solid MIG welding experience.
• FCAW experience.
• Ability to produce consistent, quality welds.
• Ability to safely operate welding equipment and fabrication tools.
• Ability to work the 3:00 PM–11:30 PM swing shift.

Preferred:

• Previous experience welding industrial equipment or attachments.
• Heavy fabrication experience.
• Experience with structural welding and fitting.
• Ability to perform grinding, cutting, fitting, and other fabrication tasks.
• Welding certifications are a plus.