We are seeking Welder/Fabricators for our 1st and 2nd shift operations in Kentwood, MI. If you have at least three (3+) years of experience welding and fabricating custom equipment then you are asked to apply to this position. This is a full-time opportunity which allows you to work with experienced, proven fabricators to advance your career and continue to develop your skillset. • **1st shift hours are 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Thursdays with OT on Fridays*** • **2nd shift hours are 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM Monday - Thursdays*** Primary responsibilities: • Reading and understanding blueprints/weld prints. • Fabricating parts and utilizing fabrication equipment including shears, saws, brake press, etc. • Welding materials within tolerances and as specified on drawings. • Performing quality control functions on welds. • Other duties as assigned. Requirements: • High school diploma or GED required. • MIG and TIG welding experience required. • Three (3+) or more years of welding experience required. • The ability to read and understand prints required. • A strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with both hand and power tools. • Attention to detail. This is a long-term position that offers competitive pay and we are looking for someone to start ASAP. Qualified applicants please apply today! TP123 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Education: • High school or equivalent (Required) Ability to Commute: • Kentwood, MI 49508 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>SUMMARY Under minimal supervision, sets up and operates welding equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: • 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
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.
