Welder - TIG/MIG Specialist, 1st Shift (Whitewater)

Coperion; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coperion in Whitewater, WI is seeking a skilled Welder to join our 1st shift manufacturing team. You will perform TIG and MIG welding, fit and layout parts, read blueprints, and ensure welds meet print tolerances and quality requirements.

Work will emphasize clean, safe operations, 5S and lean practices, routine equipment maintenance, and close collaboration with manufacturing teammates to support reliable, high‑quality process equipment worldwide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding certificate or at least three years of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior TIG welding experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and basic tolerances.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and solve practical problems.
• Experience using standard welding and metal fabrication tools safely and effectively.
• Basic computer skills to support documentation and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding, fitting, setup, and layout of raw and formed metal to produce parts that meet print, tolerance, and quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and job specifications to complete work accurately and efficiently.
• Clean, grind, and finish welds using grinders, bevellers, torches, and standard welding tools to achieve required weld quality.
• Inspect welds, identify defects or weaknesses, and repair weldments as needed to maintain structural integrity.
• Complete basic maintenance of welding equipment and your workstation to support a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S practices to improve workflow, organization, and efficiency on the shop floor.
• Follow ISO 9001 standards, work instructions, and procedures to ensure consistent and compliant production.

Skills

Read blueprints/schematics

TIG welding

MIG welding

Layout and fitup

Quality inspection

Lean/5S mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Coperion in Whitewater, WI is seeking a skilled Welder to join our 1st shift manufacturing team. You will perform TIG and MIG welding, fit and layout parts, read blueprints, and ensure welds meet print tolerances and quality requirements.

Work will emphasize clean, safe operations, 5S and lean practices, routine equipment maintenance, and close collaboration with manufacturing teammates to support reliable, high‑quality process equipment worldwide.