The Allen Company is seeking a qualified, hardworking dependable person for a Welder Fabricator position in the Central Kentucky area. Qualified applicants must supply some tools and be available to work any shift. Responsibilities: • Welding and Fabricating on crushing/mining equipment. That includes but is not limited to stationary crushing and conveying equipment. Mobile mining equipment. • Mechanical work for crushing, conveying, and mining equipment. • Troubleshoot issues related to mining equipment. • Perform general maintenance on equipment including but not limited to changing parts, greasing/fueling, shoveling, welding. • All duties assigned. Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent (technical school a plus). • Welding/Fabrication experience. • Basic mechanics hand tools. • The desire and ability to learn. • Dependable. • Hardworking. • Safety Oriented. • Must be able to show up for work every day and on time. • Physically able to climb and lift. • Able to function outside year-round. • Able to pass DOT physical. • Good driving record and background check. • Be available to work any shift schedule including overtime and Saturdays as needed. • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background evaluation. Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance (with optional life & cancer insurance supplement, available), and disability insurance. Paid time off and holidays. 401k with employer match. The Allen Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/ Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other protected classification as defined by applicable law and regulation. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Experience: • Welding: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: • Welding Certification (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Richmond, KY 40475 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>About the Role: The Welding Line Leader in Richmond, KY, plays a critical role in overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the welding production line to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met. This position is responsible for the welding department providing guidance, training, and support to optimize workflow and meet production targets. The Welding Line Leader collaborates closely with quality control, maintenance, and production teams to troubleshoot issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives. They ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies, fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Ultimately, this role drives the successful delivery of welded products that meet customer specifications and contribute to the company’s operational excellence. The successful candidate must pass a welding test. Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Proven experience in welding operations, preferably in a leadership or supervisory role. • Strong knowledge of welding techniques, equipment, and safety standards. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings. • Excellent communication and team leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications: • Certification in welding inspection or welding supervision (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Inspector). • Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. • Familiarity with automated welding equipment and robotics. • Basic computer skills for production tracking and reporting. • Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment with high-volume production. Responsibilities: • Supervise and coordinate the activities of welding line personnel to meet production schedules and quality standards. • Provide hands-on leadership, training, and mentoring to welders to enhance their skills and performance. • Monitor welding processes and equipment to ensure proper operation and adherence to safety protocols. • Collaborate with quality assurance to inspect finished products and address any defects or non-conformities. • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality. • Maintain accurate production records and report on line performance metrics to management. • Ensure compliance with all workplace safety regulations and promote a safe working environment. • Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and prioritize equipment repairs and preventive maintenance. Skills: The Welding Line Leader utilizes their technical welding knowledge daily to guide and support the welding team in producing high-quality welds that meet specifications. Leadership and communication skills are essential for effectively managing personnel, resolving conflicts, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Problem-solving skills are applied to quickly address production challenges and equipment issues, minimizing downtime. Familiarity with safety standards ensures the leader enforces protocols that protect team members and maintain compliance. Additionally, skills in process improvement and data analysis help the leader optimize workflows and contribute to continuous operational enhancements.
See More Details >>Weld Engineer Job Highlights Title Weld Engineer Type Full Time Experience 1-3 Years Function Engineering/IT Location Richmond, KY, United States Company Challenge Manufacturing Company Profile Challenge Manufacturing Company manufactures automotive parts. The company supplies welded assemblies and engineered metal-formed products to the automotive industry. It serves the automotive industry worldwide. Job Profile The company is seeking a Welding Engineer who will be responsible for developing welding techniques, procedures, and application of welding utilizing knowledge of production specifications, properties, and characteristics of metals, metal alloys, and general engineering principles. Conduct research and development investigations to develop and test new fabrication processes and procedures or improve existing techniques and procedures. Education Level • BS Welding Engineering or equivalent with an understanding of resistance welding and arc welding principals and standards, as well as mechanical engineering Work Experience • 1-3 years of experience in a welding manufacturing environment, automotive experience (preferred) • Destructive testing experience (setting up the process and training others) for RSW, DAW and GMAW • Robotic welding experience, ABB and Fanuc (preferred) • Welding experience in RSW, GMAW, and DAW on a variety of low-carbon and high-strength steels Duties/Responsibilities • Maintain existing welding process to Challenge Manufacturing standards • Reduce costs through continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality, and productivity. • Define recommended welding spare parts. • Develop and maintain weld parameter/setup sheets • Support and lead new line launch verification projects • Work with Maintenance and destruct staff to maintain and improve weld quality. • Implement, test and monitor products from time to time in production equipment • Support in driving standardization across the following joining processes in manufacturing- GMAW, DAW, RSW, SPR, FDS • Developing training documentation on the above joining processes in relationship to the quality requirements of the customer. • Troubleshoot welding (GMAW, RSW, and DAW) issues on production tooling. • Develop welding schedules for (GMAW, RSW, and DAW) on ferrous and nonferrous material. • Participate in design reviews for upcoming new projects. • Interface with new equipment vendors and customers (internal and external). Benefits/Perks • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. Employer’s Statement Challenge Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Richmond, KY, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society (AWS), there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S. as of 2025, with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In Richmond, KY, welders can earn an average wage of $60,000 annually, with experienced professionals often surpassing $100,000 per year. Trade schools, community colleges, and welding certification programs offer pathways to this lucrative career, which is in demand across industries such as manufacturing, construction, and energy.
