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Job Description We are seeking a Welder to become an integral part of our team! Requirements: Lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural steel, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements. • Fabrication of architectural and structural steel per detailed shop drawings., • Previous experience in steel fabrication, manufacturing, or other related fields, • Familiarity with welding tools and procedures, • Familiarity with overhead cranes, • Ability to handle physical workload Company DescriptionPrecision Iron Works, Inc. has been in the steel fabrication industry for over 30 years, specializing in structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication. We manage projects of all sizes, ranging from small modest structures to large high rise buildings.Precision Iron Works, Inc. has been in the steel fabrication industry for over 30 years, specializing in structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication. We manage projects of all sizes, ranging from small modest structures to large high rise buildings.

Job Description Job Summary Manufacture customized products that meet customer specifications and install equipment. Full time, hourly position, 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday. Immediate start. Major Tasks, Responsibilities And Key Accountabilities • TIG and MIG welding experience of 2 or more years., • Lays out, positions and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and tape measure, etc., • Tack welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment., • Examines specifications of the customer's order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements., • Fabricates work piece as determined by work order specifications. Retrieves correct materials and performs various fabrication duties., • Examines work piece visually, by touch, or using tape rule, calipers, or gauges to ensure product meets desired standards., • Ability to troubleshoot welds and welding equipment, • Self-Motivated with the ability to work within a team environment or independently as required, • Ability to use precision hand tools, standard mechanical tools, and fabrication shop equipment, • Maintains condition of work area (i.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.)., • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, work in small/restricted areas, and lift up to 50 lbs., • Must be able to work overtime as required, • Follows company safety policies and procedures., • Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older, • Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) of welding capabilities, • Understand, read and write communications, • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Education and Experience • HS Diploma or GED preferred., • 5 years of experience in area of responsibility. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with fabrication shop equipment., • Metal working experience preferred., • Orbital Welding experience, • Plasma and/or oxyacetylene cutting experience Benefits • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Paid time off, • Paid holidays off, • Retirement plan after 3 years of service Email your resume/application. Only reply if you have experience or knowledge of welding. We will contact you.

Job DescriptionTexas Labor is exiting to offer opportunities for a Welder, Tubes and Ducts, to join our Welding team in Algona and Auburn, Washington. As a Welder specializing in ducts and reservoirs, you will be an integral part of our manufacturing team, responsible for the precise fabrication and assembly of critical components that contribute to our innovative aviation solutions. Your expertise in various welding techniques and your ability to work with diverse metals and alloys will ensure that our products meet the highest quality and performance standards. In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineers and other skilled professionals to bring designs to life while continuously improving processes and techniques to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation. Position Responsibilities: Execute machine welding techniques, including plasma arc, gas tungsten arc, electro slag, gas metal arc, and submerged arc welding. Make necessary adjustments during the welding process to accommodate variations in thickness, misalignment, gaps, equipment anomalies, and assembly fit-up. Select appropriate electrodes, gas cups, weld current, arc voltage, travel speed, gas flow, wire size, and feed rate according to the weld schedule or provided specifications, ensuring accurate seam tracking as needed. Set up and align workpieces in welding fixtures, blocking parts as necessary to ensure stability and precision during the welding process. Utilize various types of welding equipment, selecting the proper tips, electrodes, voltage, amperage, pressure, and flux, while determining the most effective welding method for each task. Plan the sequence of welding operations to maximize accessibility, ensuring that the final welds are performed last on complete assemblies for optimal efficiency. Prepare for and follow up on welding tasks by cleaning, chipping, grinding, and wire brushing materials. Repair defects in welds and perform brazing and hard soldering as required. Conduct flame hardening, annealing, bending, and forming of details and assemblies as necessary to meet project specifications. Interpret and work from prints, sketches, specifications, and both verbal and written instructions to ensure accurate execution of tasks. Demonstrate welding proficiency as required, showcasing skills and techniques to meet quality standards. Maintain all necessary certifications, licenses, or permits required to perform welding assignments effectively. Proactively request repairs and maintenance for welding equipment to ensure optimal operating conditions and minimize downtime. Physical Demands and Potential Hazards: Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs. Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting. Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants. Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards. Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions. Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. US Person includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee Basic Qualifications: 1+ years of experience with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) 1+ years of experience working with Microsoft Office (excel, Word, PowerPoint). Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift. Preferred Qualifications: Welding certificate from a Technical School. 3+ year of Tig experience 3+ year of experience in welding.

Job DescriptionSalary: $25+ DOE Buyken Metal Products JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: Welding DEPARTMENT: Production Location: 1216 4th Ave N. Kent, WA 98032 Hours: Full-time - Night Shift 2:30PM to 1:00AM, MTH Open Date: Available now Pay: DOE (Typical $25+) + 100% paid medical + quarterly profit sharing Environment: In-doors, heated shop Duties and Responsibilities: Reports to the VP of OPS • Operate welding equipment, MIG & TIG on production parts, • Reading blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures, • Determining the appropriate welding equipment and settings, • Setting up components for welding according to specifications, • Follow specific work instructions for each task, • Keep accurate record of production and properly document your work., • Capable of inspecting parts using calipers and tape measures as needed Works to keep self and fellow company employees safe and out of harms way Ensures housekeeping and daily PM activities are being performed on machines Correctly accounts for quantity of pieces made and for clocking in and out of work centers correctly Competency requirements: 2+ yrs welding experience (preferred, can train) 2+ yrs hands-on experience in a metal fabrication environment. Ability to read, write, and converse in English preferred, Spanish speaking lead available as needed. Must have reliable transportation to be at work on time every day Must be able to record information required on shop traveler Must be able to read at arms length customers drawing, work instruction and procedures in English Experience with Fanuc robot welders a plus Experience with Laser welding a plus Experience with sandblasting a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to sit, stand and move around continuously for up to 10hrs/day. Must be able to lift thirty pounds without assistance and have full physical capability of all limbs Benefits offered (one of the best in the industry): 100% of medical, dental, vision are covered for the employee (how many companies can say that?) Buyken pays part of your yearly max deductible as well, which is unheard of 401k retirement benefits with company match Safe-harbor investment (we put money into your retirement even if you dont!) Tuition reimbursement program and extensive training programs/opportunities/certifications No-limit profit sharing. When the company does well all benefit with no cap. Yearly awards, BBQs and other activities to foster team morale Clean, well lit heated shop. No outside work is performed Our long tenure and near zero turn-over is a testament of doing what is right for our employees Buyken Metal Products is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status or any other protected status. Company Overview: Buyken is a precision metal fabrication company that has been around since 1939. We have a dedicated team of experienced people with the common goal of creating the highest quality manufacturing solutions to meet our customers growing and changing needs. We stand by a few mantras: Do what is right for our customers, employees and community. Even though we are an old established company we have a start-up mentality and are growing our customer base rapidly by focusing on our customer and expanding our Quality control certs to include aerospace work recently.

Welder Metal Fabricator (Mig, Tig, Stick, AND Flux Core).

Parker - JobID: 16733743 [Fabricator] As a Welder at Parker, you'll: Read and interpret project plans, blueprints and other written instructions and diagrams; Prepare parts for welding including cleaning, de-bur and grind metal as necessary; Perform certified welding operations based on repair needs

The Company US Wire Group is the parent of three independent companies (five manufacturing facilities) which produce steel wire and cable/wire related products that serve many industries. The independent business model fosters entrepreneurship and growth and allows professional development at all levels. US Wire Group is part of the Metals Processing Group and wholly owned by The Heico Companies, LLC. Our philosophy of developing a close customer contact to provide prompt, responsive service and to meet our customer's changing needs allows us to be leaders within our respective industries. Products are marketed domestically through a direct sales force, manufacturer's representatives and an established network of independent distributors. Our company is diverse and has a solid management base, product/market niches and efficient manufacturing capabilities. The Position Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in operating variety of machines to manufacture parts or products by performing the following duties. Salary Range $78,000-$90,000 annualized salary Job Description Primary Responsibilities • Supervise employees in production departments, including training, motivation and discipline., • Maintain a professional and respectful work environment, including maintaining confidentiality regarding supervisory and management matters., • Mentor, lead and provide direction for employees., • Recommends to plant management procedures, systems, equipment and machinery alterations to reduce costs, resolve problems, ensure product quality, reduce scrap and improve production efficiency., • Initiates work orders for maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and vehicles., • Audits hourly employee’s timecards for accuracy to ensure correct charges against production assignments, and updates payroll electronic timecards., • Administers and enforces company rules, regulations and policies., • Ensures compliance of safety programs for personnel and machinery., • Serves as Company representative in first step grievance proceedings as required by the Plant Manager and/or Human Resources Manager., • Evaluates employee’s overall performance, establishing goals and objectives for proper manufacturing techniques., • Maintains established housekeeping standards., • Ensures that all reasonable measures are taken to control the handling and use of materials used in the production process, known to be toxic and/or hazardous., • Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met., • Inspects and measures parts and products to verify conformance to specifications., • Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products which fail to meet standards., • Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules., • Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product., • Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems., • Other Duties as Assigned Job Requirements • High School or Equivalent, Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience., • 2 or more years of Supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred, • Must be 18 years or older due to work environment and labor laws, • Must be able to pass preemployment background, drug/alcohol, and physical screenings, • Must be able to understand various tags and labels used in the mill, • Must be able to read and understand production schedule and production cards, • Must be able to use bar code reader, • Must be able to work independently, as a team, and be able to work with both internal and external customers, • Ability to think strategically and problem solve, • Excellent time management, project coordination and organizational skills, • Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data to make/gather support for business decisions, • Must be able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, as well as calculate figures and amounts such as: discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume., • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations., • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals., • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public., • Ability to think strategically and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists., • Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws., • Strong team building and team-participation skills, • Ability to both teach and learn, • Strong oral and written communication skills with an ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and work in a team environment, • Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.), • Available to work shift schedule of 12 days on 2 days off, 4-10’s, and/or 3-12’s, • Authorized to work for any employer in the United States of America, • Must be able to use portable welder, hoist, pliers, bolt cutters, wire cutters, pulley with chain, micrometer, and various other hand tools. Physical Requirements • Must be able to use a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc., • Must be able to work in a dusty environment around metals, • Sight – hand and eye coordination, depth perception needed to operate, adjust, and quantify chemicals and equipment, vision sufficient to inspect work areas and building for issues and operate computers, • Hearing – must be able to hear others and warning sounds of forklift and other heavy machinery, • Speech – must be able to communicate effectively with others while working, • Smell – must be able to smell various chemicals and gasses, • Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods – frequent to constant, • Must be able to squat, stoop, twist, climb, crawl, reach, grasp, and fine manipulation, and bend occasional to frequent, • Must be able to be able to lift/carry 50+ lbs - occasional Key Leadership Competencies • Leadership Capability - Has the leadership acumen and credibility to work across the entire organization and develop talent. Should be hands-on, but able to delegate appropriately with the ability to motivate, inspire and commit an organization to a course of action and achieve results., • Strategic Thinking - Strong strategic capabilities and overall business acumen. Financially savvy and understands the economic levers behind improving EBITDA and other key metrics. Fact-based, data-driven and analytical. Creative mindset with the ability to identify and mobilize around new opportunities very quickly., • Innovation Focus - Confident ability to drive change and express and advocate for new ideas and ways of doing things. Willingness to take appropriate business risks, recognizing that to succeed overall, one will occasionally fail., • Collaborative Style – Engages stakeholders in problem solving and decision making. Is adept at bringing people together to tackle issues rather than dictate solutions. Has a collegial, inclusive working style and is professional and courteous. Builds strong relationships both internally and externally. Is both confident and humble., • Communication Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels. Excellent listening skills. EOE M/F/D/V

MIG Welder - Custom Shop - Stainless - 4-10 hr shifts. We're seeking a skilled MIG Welder with stainless steel experience who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven, and collaborative shop environment.

Tradesmen International - JobID: 86CACC0808E2456D97892243A291FF99 [Fabricator] As a Welder at Tradesmen International, you'll: Read blueprints and other engineering drawings in order to perform efficiently; Read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable; Demonstrate knowledge of various metals c

MIG Welder - Custom Shop - Stainless - 4-10 hr shifts. We're seeking a skilled MIG Welder with stainless steel experience who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven, and collaborative shop environment.