Welder Overview: Quality Tool, Inc. is currently seeking a skilled Welder to join our 1st Shift team. This role involves TIG, MIG, brazing, and spot-welding to assemble metal components and fill seams or holes. Approximately 60% of the role will be welding-focused, with the remaining 40% involving cross-training in other production areas. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking long-term employment with room for growth and advancement. About Us: Quality Tool, Inc. is a progressive contract manufacturing company with facilities in St. Paul, MN and Brookings, SD. We support market-leading customers in the Medical Equipment, Industrial Controls, and Computer Server & Storage industries. Our capabilities include punching, forming, laser cutting, welding, stamping, machining, turning, mechanical assembly, and laminated bus bar assemblies. We invest in advanced technology and highly trained professionals to deliver precision manufacturing solutions. Qualifications: • 2+ years of MIG and TIG welding experience preferred • Experience working with material thickness from .030" to .250" • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings • Ability to measure and inspect completed work to ensure accuracy • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs • Willingness to cross-train and support other production areas • Must work well independently and as part of a team • Must pass a hands-on welding skills test Compensation & Benefits: • Competitive wages based on experience • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Optional overtime (often available, not mandatory) • High-mix, low-volume work environment (variety of projects) • Frequent company-sponsored lunch events Join a company that values craftsmanship, cross-training, and continuous improvement. Apply today to become a part of our growing team! Quality Tool, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Experience: • Welding: 2 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Brookings, SD 57006 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Brookings, SD 57006: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Reads and interprets blueprints and test sheets; gathers and organizes all parts in a logical building order. • Determines appropriate work surface (table, saw horse, floor). • Grinds parts as necessary in preparation for welding and finalizing. • Sets welding gun to correct thickness; operates welding gun and plasma torch to weld and cut necessary holes. • Produces quality welds on a variety of metals (mild steel, aluminum, stainless and galvanized steel), while operating in horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. • Visually inspects work to ensure that all parts are correctly welded to TCF engineering and quality standards (no holes, splatter or incorrect measurements). • Tags product; requests supervisor/team lead inspection of product. • Operates forklift/bridge crane/pallet jack to deliver product to wash or blast booth. • Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values. • Additional duties may be assigned, dependent upon location and product line. QUALIFICATIONS • High school diploma or GED • 12+ months’ related experience and/or training (technical school) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Vocational technical school preferred. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in English. • Basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure including whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to read a tape measure. • Ability to use tools in a safe and proper manner. • Based on department, may be required to operate a forklift, overhead crane, and electric pallet jack. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND REQUIRED TRAINING The following certifications and training, if required, will be provided by the company: • Forklift Certificate • Bridge Crane Training • Welding Certificate(s) as needed • Fall Protection Training • Compressed Gases Training PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS To successfully perform the essential function of this position, employees must have the ability to: • Continuously lift/move up to 25 pounds; frequently life/move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally pull up to 100 pounds with wheels (pallet jack). • Continuously stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms above shoulder height; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk; and hear. • Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms at waist level and below the waist, and work in limited space. • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this position, the employee is continuously exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places, fumes or airborne particles, caustic chemicals and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. SAFETY Twin City Fan is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Each and every employee must understand and continually work within the safety and health rules and policies. The use of good judgment and common sense is critical to workplace safety, and Twin City Fan expects every employee to work in a safe and conscientious manner. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment, nor is it an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. Qualifications are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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