We are a full-service metal manufacturing company that was founded in 1908. Our capabilities include stamping, precision laserjet and waterjet cutting, welding and assembly, short run stamping & long run stamping. We are dedicated to our people, processes, and continuous improvement! We hope you can join us on our journey! We are seeking a skilled welder (2nd shift) to join our team. As a welder, you will be responsible for utilizing your welding expertise to fabricate and repair metal structures and components. The ideal candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of welding techniques, safety standards, and equipment maintenance. We require someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail, and can work efficiently alone or in a team. Responsibilities • Operator welds various configurations of metal assemblies using fixtures and plans for proper welding joint design. • Ensure quality of weld joint; makes proper adjustments for equipment settings. • Ensures product produced meets or exceeds customer specifications. • Reviews work orders and follows process specifications to avoid costly errors. • Grinding and sanding to various finishes according to customer requirements and/or process specs. • Follow all safety steps and procedures to ensure safe equipment operation. • Ensures correct welding rod, wire, etc. is used. • Ensures correct parts count. • Notify supervisor to resolve process, product, equipment, and production issues. • Ability to understand and follow job routing and blueprint instructions. • Skills to set up and operate welding equipment, learn about using fixtures, measuring tolerances and the use of various gauges. • Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications/Skills • High school diploma or equivalent. • Experience or training in the operation of various brands of MIG, TIG, and spot-welding equipment and related tools and materials. • Adequate math skills. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills What We Offer You • 401k Match • Health, Dental, Vision insurance after 60 days • Health Savings Account • Life/AD&D Insurance • PTO & Paid Holidays • Growing Company Culture and more! If you are someone who loves working with metal and are passionate about welding, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Ameristar cares about quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service. Ameristar is ISO 9001:2015 certified. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>We are seeking a Welder And Fab to become an integral part of our team! The Welder will use specialized equipment to weld and assemble new metal forms. Responsibilities: • Manufacture and fabricate finished metal products • Install and repair various equipment and components • Follow blueprints to meet product specifications • Calculate material measurements to verify specifications • Conduct tests to evaluate weld quality and tolerance Qualifications: • Previous experience in welding, manufacturing, or other related fields • Familiarity with welding tools and procedures • Familiarity with engineering blueprints and schematics • Ability to handle physical workload Company DescriptionCustom Trailer Manufacture
See More Details >>Work Activities: • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the welding industry with skills in both welding and fabrication. • Must be skilled in various welding processes including MIG and TIG. • Experienced in MIG welding of steel tubing preferred. • Operate manual welding equipment. • Must be proficient in layout, tacking, welding, grinding and finishing. • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. • Must be able to work both independently with little supervision and also within a team-based environment to accomplish all aspects of welding and fabrication. • Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. • Position requires setup of chassis fixtures, reading assembly prints, and fitting of parts. • Position will also include operating of all fabrication machines. Skills and Abilities: • Exceptional organizational skills, ability to prioritize work and reliability. • Strong understanding in blue print reading/weld symbols to accurately build products to specified tolerances. • Knowledge in use of measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. • Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, conversions of fractions and decimals. • Experience with circle track racing or race car chassis fabrication a plus. • A firm knowledge with welding safety and OSHA requirements will be required. • Must be able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and lift up to 50lbs. • Communicates with management, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve any quality issues. • Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on designated equipment. • May perform other duties as assigned by management. Hours: • 40hrs/week • Flexible Hours • Occasional overtime Pre-Employment: • Applicants will be expected to pass both written and hands on testing prior to employment. • Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. Pay/Benefits: • Highly competitive pay determined by experience! • Excellent benefits including medical, dental & vision insurance, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, PTO, & Paid Holidays. Job Type: Full-time • 2nd shift Monday - Thursday - 3:15 pm - 1:45 am Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Mankato, MN typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for certification exams. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median wage of $45,190 per year or $20.25 per hour. In Mankato, welders can earn an average of $1,800 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships offer pathways to this lucrative career, which is projected to grow by 2-3% annually due to infrastructure development and manufacturing needs.
