Welding Technician: MIG & Fabrication – Day Shift

Oregon Tool, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401k Matching

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Safety Shoes Reimbursement

Prescription Glasses

Job summary

Woods Equipment Company, part of the Oregon Tool, Inc. family, seeks a Welder I for our Kentucky manufacturing site. Under supervision, you will weld components, set up and position parts, read blueprints, and follow processes to deliver quality assemblies on schedule.

You'll join a safety‑minded team with scheduled first shift (5a–3:30p) and overtime as needed. We offer competitive pay of $22.10–$26 per hour, plus benefits such as medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) match, vacation time, holidays,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months to one year of welding-related experience gained through technical training, certification programs, apprenticeships, or hands-on work experience.
• Ability to successfully complete the company's internal Welder I qualification test.
• Commitment to following all safety policies, procedures, and required PPE standards.
• Maintain welding screens and protective barriers to ensure a safe work environment for others.
• Keep workstations organized, clean, and production-ready.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assignments accurately, professionally, and within established timelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all areas of the facility.
• Ability to read and understand safety documentation, blueprints, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, or potential hazards.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a desire to continuously expand technical knowledge and skills.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities and provide support in other departments when needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and position components for welding operations, using strong hand-eye coordination to produce quality welds.
• Perform welds according to established processes, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Maintain weld fixture integrity and help ensure completed assemblies meet dimensional specifications.
• Execute welds in flat and horizontal positions while meeting production and quality requirements.
• Work with a variety of materials, including carbon steel and other metal alloys, utilizing MIG and related welding processes.
• Alert team leaders or supervisors when fixtures, tooling, or equipment require maintenance, repair, or adjustment.
• Complete welding assignments that may require multiple welding positions and varying levels of complexity.
• Perform work involving structural, load-bearing, pressure-related, cosmetic, or safety-sensitive applications.
• Adjust welding parameters, consumables, and equipment settings to achieve optimal results.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, efficiency, and workplace safety.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Support additional manufacturing responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Safety Compliance

Quality Focus

Communication

Cross-training

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

MIG Welding

Welding Equipment

Job description

Woods Equipment Company, part of the Oregon Tool, Inc. family, seeks a Welder I for our Kentucky manufacturing site. Under supervision, you will weld components, set up and position parts, read blueprints, and follow processes to deliver quality assemblies on schedule.

You'll join a safety‑minded team with scheduled first shift (5a–3:30p) and overtime as needed. We offer competitive pay of $22.10–$26 per hour, plus benefits such as medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) match, vacation time, holidays,