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MIG Welder

Richmond, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Welder (MIG/TIG)

    Location: Richmond, VA
    Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Overtime and some weekends as needed)
    Pay: $19.00–$22.00 per hour
    Job Type: Full-Time

    Join Our Team

    We are seeking an experienced Welder to join a growing manufacturing and fabrication team in Richmond, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable MIG Welder or Production Welder who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while producing high-quality welded products. The ideal candidate has experience with metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and operating fabrication equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and safety.

    Responsibilities

    As a Welder, you will be responsible for welding, fitting, and fabricating steel components while ensuring all finished products meet quality standards.

    • Perform MIG welding and light TIG welding on steel components and fabricated assemblies.
    • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and fabrication prints to complete projects accurately.
    • Lay out, fit, align, and weld metal components according to specifications.
    • Perform metal fabrication, grinding, sanding, and finishing of welded assemblies.
    • Operate plasma cutters, torches, grinders, and other fabrication equipment safely.
    • Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with production standards.
    • Measure materials using tape measures, combination squares, levels, and precision measuring tools.
    • Operate overhead cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment.
    • Load, move, and organize materials throughout the production area.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
    • Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety procedures.
    • Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing welding and fabrication duties.
    • Assist with additional production and manufacturing responsibilities as needed.

    Qualifications

    • Previous experience as a Welder, MIG Welder, Production Welder, or Fabricator required.
    • Experience with MIG welding is required; TIG welding experience is preferred.
    • Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment.
    • Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols.
    • Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques and welding procedures.
    • Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to safely operate grinders, plasma cutters, torches, overhead cranes, and hand tools.
    • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
    • Basic math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure.
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.

    Physical Requirements

    • Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds independently and over 100 pounds with assistance.
    • Stand and walk throughout the entire shift on concrete floors.
    • Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.
    • Work safely around moving machinery, welding equipment, and airborne particles.
    • Ability to wear required PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, and protective clothing.

    Schedule

    • Monday through Friday
    • 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    • Overtime available and some weekends required based on production needs

    Why Apply?

    • Competitive pay of $19.00–$22.00 per hour
    • Full-time, long-term opportunity
    • Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
    • Overtime opportunities
    • Stable manufacturing environment
    • Opportunity to grow your welding and fabrication career

     

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