LOCATION Jamestown, NY FUNCTION Manufacturing EXPERIENCE LEVEL Minimum 3 years preferred JOB TYPE Hourly WORK SCHEDULE Full Time POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the safe and accurate operation of the MIG welders. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following statements reflect the duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this position. • Determine appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements • Setup components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with power saws to match measurements) • Setup fixtures and use them per work instructions • Operate grinders to prepare parts that must be welded • Align components using calipers, rulers, etc., and clamp pieces • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) • Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps • Test and inspect weld surfaces and structure to discover flaws • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) • Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. • Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. • Assertiveness – Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate the completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea. • Communication; Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. • Communication; Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. • Consensus Building – Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve a goal. • Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures. • Flexibility – Ability to adapt to changes brought about by continuous improvements including job responsibilities affected by improvement activities. • Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions. • Mechanically Inclined – Ability to use air and power hand tools • Persistence – Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement. • Team Work – Ability to work on continuous improvement activities and expected to identify, track, and solve problems within a team atmosphere. • Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. • Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS • Proven experience as MIG Welder • Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (MIG & TIG) • Attention to detail Education • High School diploma or GED, Vocational or Technical Training • Professional Certification is a plus Experience • 3-5 years related experience preferred • Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA, etc.) • Experience using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.) Skills & Abilities • Basic Computer skills • Ability to read blueprints • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use PPE Work Environment • Fluctuating plant temperatures • May be exposed to irregular hours, strict deadlines, and stressful situations Pay Range • $18 to $22 per hour- Based on experience For more information, contact our human resources representative hr@dawsonmetal.com
See More Details >>LOCATION Jamestown, NY FUNCTION Manufacturing EXPERIENCE LEVEL 1-3 years preferred JOB TYPE Hourly WORK SCHEDULE Full-time • *POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the safe and accurate operation of the welders. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following statements reflect the duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this position. • Determine appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements • Setup components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with power saws to match measurements) • Setup fixtures and use them per work instructions • Operate grinders to prepare parts that must be welded • Align components using calipers, rulers, etc. and clamp pieces • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) • Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps • Test and inspect weld surfaces and structure to discover flaws • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety Competency Statement(s) • Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace. • Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. • Assertiveness – Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea. • Communication; Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. • Communication; Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. • Consensus Building – Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve a goal. • Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures. • Flexibility – Ability to adapt to changes brought about by continuous improvements including job responsibilities affected by improvement activities. • Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions. • Mechanically Inclined – Ability to use air and power hand tools • Persistence – Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement. • Team Work – Ability to work on continuous improvement activities and expected to identify, track, and solve problems within a team atmosphere. • Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. • Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. • Proven experience as Welder • Experience using variety of welding equipment and procedure (TIG, MMA, etc.) • Attention to detail Skills & Abilities • Basic Computer skills • Ability to read blueprints • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use PPE Work Environment • Fluctuating plant temperatures • May be exposed to irregular hours, strict deadlines, and stressful situations Education/Experience • Pay is experience Based ($18.50 – $22.50/hr) • High School diploma or GED, Vocational or Technical Training • Professional Certification is a plus • 1-3 years related experience preferred • Experience using variety of welding equipment and procedure (TIG, MMA, etc.) • Experience using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.) Pay: From $18.50 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Shift: • 8 hour shift Experience: • Welding (TIG): 3 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person For more information, contact our human resources representative hr@dawsonmetal.com +1 716 664-3811 Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Full DescriptionExpress Employment Professionals is currently recruiting MIG Welders for our Jamestown, NY client. Must have experience with MIG Welding and will be performing a weld test. This position is Monday - Friday 6 am to 2:30 with the possibility of some overtime. Starting pay will be between $18.00-$22.00/hr. Six Ways To Apply: (choose one) Resumes may be emailed to jobs.jamestownny@expresspros.com Complete an online application on our website Call our Jamestown office 716-483-3844 Visit our office 17 East Fourth Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 Call our Fredonia office: 716-680-8070 Visit our Fredonia office: 264 E Main Street, Fredonia, NY 14063 Benefits of working with Express: Holiday pay Medical benefits 401K Training Scholarship opportunities About Express Employment Professionals: Express Employment Professionals specializes in a variety of industries, including Commercial/Manufacturing, Warehousing, Skilled Trades, Administrative, Human Resources, Accounting, Sales and Marketing and more. We are able to fill these needs through direct hire, contract-to-hire and contract opportunities. There is no fee to candidates for our service; we are a Human Resources Solution company assisting business in finding top talent. In 2024 we put over 5000 people to work in Chautauqua and surrounding Counties. Let us help you today! Learn more about our local office at our website: For a complete listing of all open positions, visit Jamestown Office: 17 East Fourth St Jamestown, NY 14701Fredonia Office: 33 Church St Floor 3 Fredonia, NY 14063Fredonia, NY 3097 33 Church Street3rd Floor Fredonia, NY 14063
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the level of certification. According to the American Welding Society, there are currently over 402,333 welders employed throughout the United States, with approximately 9,463 active job openings at any given time. In Jamestown, NY, welders can earn an average of $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
