Welding Shop Helper: Fabrication Support & Growth

Laitram Machinery; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

4 weeks PTO

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Laitram Machinery, Inc. in Harahan, LA is seeking a Welding Shop Helper to support fabrication operations. This entry-level role requires self-starters who can complete tasks with minimal supervision and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include housekeeping, operating shop equipment, assisting fabricators, moving materials, and cross-training across departments. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED Equivalent, or Vocational School diploma.
• Ability to work in and maintain a safe work environment
• Entry level knowledge of all equipment and tools necessary to perform the duties required
• Ability to learn how to operate material handling equipment to move and align materials
• Must be able to learn Laitram Machinery Quality Standards
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping/clean up in assigned area
• Operate shop equipment as necessary
• Assist fabricators in performance of their duties
• Gather materials.
• Move material to next station
• Assist as need with cleaning and applying chemical treatments to welds
• Assist other departments as needed through cross-training and providing coverage during busy times
• It is essential that this position is performed at the facility.

Job description

Laitram Machinery, Inc. in Harahan, LA is seeking a Welding Shop Helper to support fabrication operations. This entry-level role requires self-starters who can complete tasks with minimal supervision and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include housekeeping, operating shop equipment, assisting fabricators, moving materials, and cross-training across departments. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness