Welder Trainee

Steel Craft; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Craft is seeking a Welder Trainee in Hartford, WI to begin with classroom and hands-on welding training. The role involves operating MIG/TIG robotic welders under supervision, reading blueprints, and loading parts for welding in a fast-paced, team environment.

You will learn to inspect welds, document results, and perform basic quality checks while maintaining a clean, safe work area and following safety procedures. This entry-level position emphasizes growth and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Must follow all safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete classroom and hands-on training in welding operations and safety.
• Operate automated MIG and TIG robotic welding equipment under supervision.
• Read basic blueprints, specifications, and welding symbols.
• Load and position parts correctly for welding.
• Visually inspect welds and finished parts for defects.
• Perform basic quality checks and document results.
• Enter production and job information into company systems.
• Assist with minor rework, material handling, stacking, and packing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and operating procedures.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Reliability

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Hartford - HARTFORD, WI 53027Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: 1st ShiftWelder Trainee

What You’ll Do

• Complete classroom and hands-on training in welding operations, equipment controls, safety, and quality.
• Operate automated MIG and TIG robotic welding equipment under supervision.
• Read basic blueprints, specifications, and welding symbols.
• Load and position parts correctly for welding.
• Visually inspect welds and completed parts for defects.
• Perform basic quality checks and document results.
• Identify equipment or weld-quality concerns and notify the appropriate team member.
• Enter production and job information into company computer systems.
• Assist with minor rework, material handling, stacking, and packing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and operating procedures.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Personal Accountability
• Trust and Respect
• Safety Awareness
• Communication

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience and/or Training:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand, bend, or move for extended periods
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand/power tools
• Willingness to learn new tasks and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow all safety rules and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience and/or Training:

Physical and Mental Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move between work areas.
• Regularly required to talk and listen, as well as climb, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• The employee must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Travel: Not Applicable

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where loud noise exposure is regular and frequent. Additionally, there is a regular exposure on the production floor to dust, metal debris, changes in ambient temperature, and requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.