Welder

Welder Fabricator

Compensation : Up to $28.00 per hour

Location : Lansing, MI

Shift : Monday to Friday :

1st Shift : 6 : 00 AM - 2 : 30 PM

2nd Shift : 2 : 30 PM - 11 : 30 PM

Company Overview :

We are a leading provider of complete machining and fabrication solutions, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service.

We assist with project needs from design concept through installation support.

Full-Service Fabrication and Machine Shop :

• CNC Lathe
• Precision Conventional Lathes
• Overhead Crane
• Shears, Press Break
• MIG and TIG welding
• Steel Carbon and Aluminum
• Plasma Cutting

Position Overview :

We are seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator to fabricate and assemble metal components according to blueprints and technical drawings.

This role offers growth and advancement, with potential for temp-to-hire placement for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities :

• Fabrication and Assembly : Weld together metal components of products such as steel bars, steel and aluminum details, fabrications, and plates using MIG / TIG welding equipment.
• Electrode Handling : Obtain specified electrode and insert it into the portable holder or thread consumable electrode wire through a portable welding gun.
• Equipment Connection : Connect cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse as specified by Welding Engineer or Technician.
• Power Supply Management : Start power supply to produce electric current for welding.
• Arc Formation : Strike arc to generate heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpiece, joining edges of workpiece.
• Welding Guidance : Manually guide electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Welding Positions : Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examine Welds : Inspect welds for bead size and other specifications.
• Filler Rod Application : Apply filler rod manually to supply weld metal.
• Workpiece Preparation : Clean or degrease weld joint or workpiece; prepare broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces.
• Repair and Assembly : Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes, position and clamp workpieces together, and assemble them in jig or fixture.
• Tack Assemblies : Tack assemblies together as needed.
• Weld Cleanup : Chip off excess weld, slag, and spatter; preheat workpiece with hand torch or heating furnace.

Skills and Qualifications :

• Experience : Minimum 1 year of MIG & TIG welding experience.
• Mechanical Knowledge : Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve fabrication issues.
• Technical Proficiency : Proficient in operating plasma cutting and machining equipment.
• Blueprint Reading : Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Standards : Familiar with metal fabrication codes and standards.
• Attention to Detail : Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork : Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits :

• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and life insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan (Simple IRA with 3% employer match after 1 year)
• Tool account and payroll deduction for tool purchases

How to Apply :

Apply now or contact FasTemps Staffing Solutions at 517-855-2020 for more information. Join our team and contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment!