Becoming a welder in Memphis, TN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029, with about 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. Welders in Memphis earn an average of $328 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,600 weekly. Trade schools, welding unions, and platforms like WeldersLocal help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
The Welder will perform all welding on assemblies and components associated with manufacturing power transformers. SUMMARY: THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: • Weld parts or assemblies; position, align, and fasten assemblies to product, subassemblies, or frames per prints, product specifications or as directed. • Set up and verify fixtures and templates, and/or lay out product using prints. • Measure and adjust parts using measuring instruments such as scales, calipers and micrometers. • Inspect, verify, and document quality criteria during manufacturing to ensure that units meet exact specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements. • Read prints, bills of material, specifications and work instructions to determine proper component parts for processing, assembly and installation. • Safely move, handle and store materials without damaging items. • Follow and comply with standard work procedures and sequence of operations to consistently meet manufacturing standards for safety, quality, cost, and productivity. • Perform TPM and preventative maintenance tasks on equipment, machines, and fixtures. • Practice 6S and comply with all safety rules, guidelines and safe working practices. • Safely operate material handling and lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, motorized scissor lifts and work platforms. • Assist in training of new employees including improving individual skills as well as assisting in the development of training materials. • Actively assist in troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions. • Assist other manufacturing areas as needed. • Support and assist the Manufacturing Supervisor / Manager as needed. • Understand and work under the direction of the appropriate Hyosung HICO policy and/or procedure. • Know Hyosung HICO’s Quality and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these policies and how they impact work. THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED. THE NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: • Perform basic preventative maintenance and TPM on equipment/machines. • Assist with completing process check sheets and verifying the work of other employees according to Company procedures. • Assist in troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions. • Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRMENTS: EDUCATION/SPECIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in a technical field or vocational/trade school certification preferred. • Minimum Five (5) years’ relevant work experience required; previous work in a custom order manufacturing or fabrication environment preferred. • Experience welding with MIG and TIG required, including troubleshooting and repair of weld equipment and fixtures. • Thorough understanding of weld criteria and inspection methods. • Strong mechanical/technical and troubleshooting skills required. • Experience reading manufacturing drawings/specifications, prints or work instructions required. • Experience using and setting up weld fixtures required, experience performing product layout per print desired. • Developed math and geometry skills required. • Basic computer skills required, advanced knowledge of Windows applications desired. • Knowledge and use of basic industrial measuring tools required. • Experience using various hand and power tools. PHYSICAL/MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS OF THE WORKPLACE: • Ability to MIG and TIG weld, perform product layout and/or setup fixtures, and inspect work. • Ability to work at elevated heights and climb stairs. • Ability to work in normal indoor temperatures. • Ability to stand and walk minimum 6-8 hours per day. • Ability to sit, squat, bend, stretch, and kneel frequently. • Ability to forcefully grasp tools and materials for extended durations. • Ability to work in confined spaces. • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. • Ability to use basic hand and power tools. • Ability to perform repetitive movement. • Ability to use all applicable PPE including but not limited to hard hat, safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and gloves. Hyosung HICO, Ltd., is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Hyosung HICO, Ltd., not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. Qualifications Education Preferred High School or better. Experience Preferred 5 years: Minimum Five (5) years’ relevant work experience required; previous work in a custom order manufacturing or fabrication environment preferred. 5 years: MIG and TIG 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. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
See More Details >>Summary of Duties for our Welder position: Rectangular tank fit up and welding assembly duties in tank fabrication operations. Fabricates components using press brake or sheet metal shear. Reads prints, performs basic maintenance, and inspection of equipment. Requests supplies as needed. Keeps work area in clean and neat condition. Practices safe work habits, participates in required safety training and programs. Has good communication skills and ability to work with others. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Able to MIG weld. We use .045 wire with 90/10 NOS gas. 2. Able to use plasma and oxy-propane cutting torches. 3. Able to read blueprints, tape measure, protractor degrees. 4. Able to follow instructions and be self-motivated enough to work with little supervision. 5. Experience with operating Press Brakes, plate shear, iron worker. PAY RATE: Join a 90-year proud tradition of craftsmanship. If you enjoy quality and pride in what you do working at Newberry Tanks is an opportunity to be rewarded for your skill and efforts. Production Standard Rate is currently averaging $27/Hour after training. Our skilled production welder-fitters make great $money$. EDUCATION: Requires high school diploma or GED equivalency; simple reading and arithmetic such as addition and subtraction of whole numbers and reading decimals; work with simple charts, drawings, and measuring equipment. WORK EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 2 to 3 years of successful welding work experience is required! Previous work in a commercial, industrial setting, or fabrication setting is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate physical effort; requires standing on for entire shift; may lift up to 60 lbs. throughout the day; good eye and hand co-ordination; good visual acuity in order to perform most task; must be able to climb, stoop, and bend to get up and down from forklift truck and perform various outside activities throughout shop and yard. Why Newberry? Newberry is driven by our companies' core values and we strive to facilitate a greater sense of purpose in our career opportunities. We are proud to offer our employees a generous compensation/benefits package that includes: • Excellent base salary • Career growth with one of the fastest growing U.S. Steel Tank Manufactures • Comprehensive benefits package to include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • Company paid short term disability and life insurance • Flexible spending accounts (Section 125 Accounts) • Retirement plan with company match • Top-Notch Culture and Support Staff • Rewarding work with a well-respected, financially stable company
See More Details >>Machinist/Fabrication Welder ABOUT THE COMPANY At Thompson Machinery, we offer a unique opportunity for candidates to join our team as a Caterpillar equipment dealer, serving the middle and west Tennessee and northern Mississippi regions since 1944. As industry leaders, we take pride in delivering exceptional equipment solutions to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, forestry, mining, agriculture, and more. As a total equipment solution provider, we extend our expertise to cater to trucking, power generation, and marine businesses. We value the relationships we build with our customers, employees, and the communities we serve. Beyond our business endeavors, we actively engage in philanthropic efforts and community initiatives, making a positive impact on society. As part of our team, candidates will have the opportunity to be a part of an organization that prioritizes customer satisfaction, excellence in service, and community growth. If you are seeking a fulfilling career with a company that values its employees and strives to make a difference, Thompson Machinery is the ideal place to realize your potential and achieve professional success. JOB PROFILE The Machinist/Fabrication Welder position is responsible for applying various welding techniques to cut, join, fabricate and repair metal or other weldable materials in support of heavy equipment repairs and services. The position is also responsible for using various tools for machining tasks on lathes, lapping, milling or boring equipment. Organizes projects from blueprints, sketches, working drawings, and/or verbal instructions. Prepares and completes work using knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures. This is a skilled journey-level position requiring ability to design and fabricate parts and equipment to meet unusual or special customer needs or special jigs and holding fixtures for use in equipment repair activities. Reading and interpreting technical shop manuals and electronic reference materials is required. Work is performed primarily in company service shops but may also include customer field locations. Candidates must have experience with standard welding and fabrication equipment, including MIG, TIG, electric arc, heliarc, oxyacetylene, plasma cutter, saw, drill press, grinders, and metal brakes. Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead directions, and performs structural analysis and reinforcement repairs. Should have working familiarization with heat treat principles, cutting, forming, layout, setup, measurement, and light machining and assembly of components and related equipment. BASIC REQUIREMENTS • Three or more years of previous journey-level welding and fabrication experience and machinist experience. • Able to work standard five-day work schedules, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as required. • Must possess a complete set of basic fabrication welder hand tools. • Must develop functional ability in the use of proprietary (i.e. Caterpillar, etc.) software. • Demonstrate reading blueprint, laying out and building example from blueprint. • Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard honing and boring equipment. • Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard horizontal and vertical milling equipment. • Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard flame metal spray equipment. • Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard surface grinding equipment. • Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard line boring equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES • Draw, design & fabricate pieces to build and/or repair components. • Perform horizontal and vertical mill operations. • Perform various capacity lathe operations. • Prepare and set-up machining equipment. Performs maintenance on tools and equipment • Read and interpret prints and drawings for fabrication projects. Safety • Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities. • Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job. Customer Satisfaction • Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner. • Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all time, meeting all Company standards for professionalism. • Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary. Business • Supports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: honesty, integrity, and respect while delivering high quality solutions and maintaining a positive attitude and a safe work environment. • Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains “ownership” of assigned tasks. • Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers. • Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work. • Maintain company and product confidentiality. • Attend and participate in all meetings, trainings, and activities as required. • Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules. • All other duties as assigned. Work Conditions • Maintain a clean, safe working environment. • Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. • Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude. • Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and deadlines. • Must be able to work independently and/or with others in a team environment. • Able to work standard five-day schedule, including daily overtime and occasional weekend hours as needed. • Meet all eligibility requirements to drive Company vehicles, including a current, valid driver's license issued by the resident State, and maintain current motor vehicle liability insurance. Physical Requirements • Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam including drug screen, and meet all physical requirements for the position. • Able to lift up to 50-80 pounds occasionally. Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and background. Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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