WELDERS

KAD Staffing; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

KAD Staffing seeks an experienced welder for production welding on carbon steel, aluminum, and other metals. You will read blueprints, operate welding equipment, and ensure weld quality per WPS. This role requires basic lifting device usage and collaboration with fabrication teams.

Shift is 1st, 5am-3pm, M-TH; candidates should be able to log operations into ERP and follow safety/quality protocols. Prior lean manufacturing exposure is a plus and ongoing training may be provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in production welding.
• Ability to obtain necessary weld certifications.
• Experience with GMAW and GTAW processes.
• Proficiency reading blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T and measuring devices (calipers, height gauges, protractors).
• Experience with aluminum welding and lean manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding on carbon steel, aluminum, and other metals according to specifications.
• Identify and repair weld defects and inspect welds for quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and drawings to determine requirements.
• Set up welding equipment under supervision and select filler metals as needed.
• Complete weldments using fixtures per WPS and document operations in ERP system.
• Cross-train and operate robotic weld equipment as needed.
• Follow safety and quality policies to meet industry standards.

Skills

GMAW

GTAW

Blueprint reading

Welding certifications

Aluminum welding

GD&T

Measuring devices

Lean manufacturing

Fit-up operations

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform welding on carbon steel, aluminum, and other metals according to specifications.
• Perform stud welding and/or metal finishing as needed
• Performs plasma cutting, ox-fuel cutting and other carbon arc gouging
• Read & interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings to determine reqs.
• Completes weldments using weld fixtures according to procedure specifications (WPS).
• Under supervision, sets up welding equipment, adjusts machine settings, and selects appropriate filler metals for each job
• Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
• Verifies position of metal components in assembly table, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and rule.
• Identify and repair weld defects.
• Monitors machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
• Performs first piece inspections in accordance with company quality procedures.
• Conduct routine maintenance on welding equipment and report any malfunctions or necessary repairs.
• Work collaboratively with welders, fabricators, machine operators, and quality control personnel to ensure customer specifications are met.
• Follow company policies, safety protocols, and quality assurance guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Accurately log job information into ERP computer system.
• Accurately fill out required operations and quality paperwork.
• Cross-trains and operates robotic weld equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience and/or equivalent skills in production welding
• Experience and/or training in lifting device use (forklift, crane, jibs, hoist, magnets, etc.)
• Knowledge & experience of GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)
• Ability to obtain necessary weld certifications
• Proficiency in open table fit-up operations.
• Strong math skills
• Ability to read measuring devices (tape, protractor, height gauge, and caliper)
• Knowledge and experience of GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
• Prior exposure to lean manufacturing
• Knowledge of aluminum weld operations
• Knowledge of GD&T

1st shift - 5am-3pm M-TH