JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description Welder Salary Range: Salary Max: Req Id: 690 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 2nd Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Norlen Schofield Posting Start Date: 5/5/25 Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry. As a welder at Norlen Inc, a Ryerson family of companies, you will be responsible for providing welded assemblies of manufactured parts. For more information on Norlen, please visit www.norlen.com. Roles and Responsibilities Reads job specifications and blueprints to determine proper welding procedures and material requirements Measures work piece dimensions and compares to blueprint specifications to determine accuracy of welded assembly Is able to weld fixtured and non-fixtured assemblies Has the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice Requirements Successfully pass a skills-based assessment - evaluates your reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Has a one-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Able to operate forklift and overhead crane Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage changing priorities and multiple tasks Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/E55B968CF5424741
See More Details >>Sub-Function Description: Performs Aluminum welding processes with TIG, MIG on light gauge 12 through 20 stainless steel and aluminum. Welds all types of commonly used metals and alloys of various sizes, shapes, and thicknesses, including metals such as copper to steel. Operates miscellaneous hand-welding, torch-cutting, or welding equipment for welding or join metal components or to fill holes, dents, or seams in fabricated metal products. Can configure, operate, and/or monitor robots that perform welding or heat treatment work on products, components, or metal assemblies. Organizational Impact: Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with limited impact on area. Delivers level responsibilities following a defined standard output or set of procedures. Work consists of tasks that are very routine, or well-defined, with specific instructions to achieve standardized solutions. Work is closely supervised. Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt Knowledge & Experience: Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma with shop related courses and prior production/assembly experience. Technical school course work in welding or prior welding experience is necessary. Essential Functions | Accountabilities | Performance Measures • Read and interpret blueprints and /or drawings and follow verbal directions to determine the specific welding requirements. • Lays out/positions parts by using templates or reading measurements. • Performs welding processes based on specifications from blueprints, drawings or verbal directions. • Performs hand grinding and polishing. • Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. • Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. • Documents actions by completing production and quality forms. • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed. • Performs Daily Pre-shift Checklist. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge |Skills |Abilities Strong Mechanical aptitude is necessary. A solid understanding of Aluminum, TIG, and MIG welding concepts and processes is required. Must be able to read a ruler and be able to operate common hand tools, air tools, drills, sanders, grinders, etc. Communication & Influence: Communicates with contacts typically within the immediate work unit on matters that typically involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation. Problem Solving & Complexity: Problems and issues faced are routine and solutions clearly prescribed. Follows a well-established and familiar set of activities and/or process to derive a solution. May have responsibility for checking data and information for minor changes. Leadership & Talent Management: Focused on self-development. Certificates | Licenses | Registrations: None Travel Required: None Work Environment: Manufacturing Physical Demands: • Wear safety attire and protective gear daily. • Usually work indoors. This site may not be temperature controlled. • Often exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels. • Are exposed to hazardous equipment on a weekly basis. • May be exposed to contaminant. • May share workspace with others. • Regularly required to use hands and fingers to assemble units by fastening component parts, some of which have sharp metal edges. • Required to stand, stoop, bend, and occasionally reach above the shoulders. • Frequently lift objects up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 lbs. • Specific vision abilities required by this job such as close vision, distance, color, and peripheral vision. Depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical and work environment demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position works in a production environment Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See More Details >>About the position The Welder/Fabricator position at American Technical Services Inc involves metal fabrication and welding for various industries, including mining, food and dairy, wood pulp, paper, and pollution control. The role requires working both in the field and in the shop, focusing on custom manufacturing of large parts assemblies. The position is full-time, primarily during the first shift, with occasional overtime and travel requirements. Responsibilities • Perform metal fabrication and welding tasks. , • Install boilers, containers, and other structures. , • Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements and task sequences. , • Set up and operate fabricating machines such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses. , • Align and fit parts according to specifications using various tools and equipment. , • Move parts into position manually or with hoists or cranes. Requirements • Ability to read or learn to read blueprints. , • Above average spatial and mechanical abilities. , • Clean driving record. , • Focus on safety is critical. Nice-to-haves • Experience in metal fabrication and welding. Benefits • Health insurance through union membership. , • Pension plan through union membership. , • Trade apprenticeships in Sheet Metal/Millwrights available.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Wausau, WI typically 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 are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In Wausau, the median wage for welders is approximately $45,190 annually, with experienced welders earning even more. Training programs, community colleges, and apprenticeships are available through organizations like the AWS Foundation, which offers scholarships to aspiring welders. This career path offers strong earning potential and diverse opportunities across various industries, from construction to manufacturing.
