Join the team that has been powering growth and an excellent reputation for over 60 years! Etna Supply is an industry leader in plumbing, heating, underground, municipal, and fire protection wholesale distribution throughout Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. We are committed to sound financial principles, building partnerships that foster teamwork, and striving for continuous improvement. We are dedicated to fairness, integrity, and respect. What We Offer: • Competitive compensation and benefits package, including quarterly bonuses! • 5 different lines of business and 2 subsidiaries that provide company stability through diversification. • Professional development opportunities to support your growth. • A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values your contributions. • The fun challenge of working in a fast-paced, multi-location, diverse business function environment. Take charge of the NAP auto welder to craft precision pipe assemblies that meet and exceed customer specs. You’ll prep, set up, and operate the machine welder while ensuring every weld is top-quality. When needed, you’ll jump in to support other key shop processes like threading, grooving, and cutting—keeping production running strong. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Operate and set up the NAP auto welder to produce precise, leak-free pipe assemblies. • Read fabrication sheets/drawings and support shop work including threading, grooving, cutting, and plasma prep. • Inspect and repair welds to ensure watertight quality and customer specifications. • Follow all OSHA and safety standards while performing routine maintenance and keeping the work area clean. • Collaborate with team members to keep production efficient, accurate, and on track. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Skilled in operating and maintaining the NAP auto welder or similar automated welding equipment. • Proficient in MIG welding and plasma cutting; must pass a weld test. • Able to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication sheets. • Familiar with fabrication tools: saws, groovers, threaders, and other shop machinery. • Strong attention to detail to meet precise weld and cut specifications. • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and safe shop practices. • Effective communication, teamwork, and time management skills. • Adaptable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. • Accurate with tape-measure readings and measurements. Education & Experience • High school diploma or equivalent required. • 1+ year of welding experience, ideally in fabrication or manufacturing. • Welding certification or equivalent training preferred. Certifications & Licenses • Hand and/or Machine Welding certifications. • Ability to pass powered industrial equipment operator exams. • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Physical Demands & Work Environment • Frequent standing, walking, and handling of materials. • Regular lifting up to 50 lbs; occasional handling of pipe up to 100 lbs. • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, shop conditions, and moderate noise. • Must remain alert and always work safely.
See More Details >>Overview Under minimal supervision, sets up and operates welding equipment. Responsibilities • Operates welding equipment. • MIG, TIG, and other types of welding equipment. • Operates torches, plasma cutter, grinders, brake, shear, saw and other metal fabricating equipment. • Welds or fabricates a variety of materials, including aluminum, stainless steel and a variety of carbon steels. • Reads Engineering Prints. • Understands dimensions and tolerancing. • Verifies conformance to specified requirements. • Provides minor maintenance on welding and fabricating equipment. • Uses PL software to determine schedule of parts to be manufactured. Miscellaneous Responsibilities • Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • One year certificate from college or technical school; four years' experience and/or training in operating welding and metal fabricating equipment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Materials knowledge. • Mechanical aptitude. • Must be able to read blueprints. • Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Ability to Commute: Kentwood, MI 49512 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Kentwood, MI 49512: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Job Full DescriptionMIG / TIG Fabrication Welder Job Summary: A Kentwood, MI manufacturer who builds custom machines is currently looking to add a skilled MIG/TIG Welder to their team due to company growth. MIG / TIG Fabrication Welder Responsibilities: MIG/TIG welding structural steel and sheet metals (stainless) Read and understand blueprints and mechanical drawings to perform product builds Perform metal finishing techniques (grinding, buffing, etc.) as needed Establish cut list and obtain raw materials to complete the job Assist in dividing work flow within department Maintain welding equipment Schedule: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday-FridayPay: $20-24/hr MIG / TIG Fabrication Welder Qualifications: Must possess high school diploma or GED (proof will be required) Must have previous experience working in a manufacturing environment 2+ years' experience in both MIG and TIG welding Ability to convert decimals to fractions Accurate reading of tape measure and other precision measuring equipment Must be able to read/understand blueprints and mechanical drawings Current, valid drivers' license is required Apply Now! Send your resume: Give our office a call: 616.608.9686 (direct) or 616.281.0611 (main) Stop by our office: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10. Inside the Chateau Centre. Location: Kentwood, MI Position Type: Direct Hire, Full Time What Makes Express Employment Professionals Different? Express Employment Professionals is a local employment agency that has been helping people find great jobs in Grand Rapids since 1996. We focus on helping people find permanent, long term positions at some of the best companies in the area. Every week we are actively working with 130+ companies in the Greater Grand Rapids area. Express has a wide variety of jobs available, including: Light Industrial Skilled Trades Administrative Professional Benefits of working with Express: Weekly Pay Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance 401(K) Savings Plan Holiday and Vacation Pay Scholarship programs Free Online Training Apply today on the ExpressJobs app! Search for other great job openings in your area, build your profile, and apply, all from your mobile device. Available in the or .Grand Rapids, MI 1357 1760 44th St SW#10 Grand Rapids, MI 49519
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Kentwood, MI, often begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there is a significant demand for welders, with projections indicating that approximately 320,500 new welding professionals will be needed by 2029. In Kentwood, MI, the average weekly wage for welders is around $1,263, with experienced professionals earning up to $2,559 per week. Training programs, apprenticeships, and vocational schools offer pathways to enter this field, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse opportunities across various industries.
