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Welder/Fitter

QualdocAshland🇺🇸United States

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeTemporary/Casual
Work modeOn Site
LocationAshland, United States
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Job description

Welder/Fitter

Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Rate: Starting at $23.00/hour; higher pay available depending on experience, up to $25.00/hour.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Welder/Fitter to perform metal fabrication and welding work in a manufacturing environment. This position involves working from engineering drawings, preparing materials, and producing accurately fitted and welded components that meet quality and production requirements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and MIG welding experience, strong blueprint-reading abilities, and familiarity with fabrication and inspection tools.

Key Responsibilities

    • Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to determine fabrication requirements.

    • Perform Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and MIG welding on metal components.

    • Fit, position, and prepare materials for welding and assembly.

    • Operate welding and metal fabrication equipment safely and accurately.

    • Check completed work to ensure dimensions and workmanship meet specifications.

    • Use inspection instruments to verify measurements and product accuracy.

    • Complete assigned work according to production schedules and quality requirements.

    • Follow established Quality Management System (QMS) procedures.

    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.

    • Follow all workplace safety practices and production guidelines.

Required Qualifications

    • Previous hands-on experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and MIG welding.

    • Ability to successfully pass a flat 1G welding test; 3G welding capability is preferred.

    • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and fabrication specifications.

    • Experience using inspection and measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, and rulers.

    • Basic mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.

    • Ability to communicate effectively and work reliably as part of a team.

    • Familiarity with fabrication and layout tools, including:

      • Squares

      • Tape measures

      • Bessey clamps

      • Reachovers

      • Levels

      • Hammers

Preferred Qualifications

    • Previous TIG welding experience.

    • Familiarity with metal fabrication involving different material types and thicknesses.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

    Join a growing manufacturing team where welding quality, precision, and craftsmanship are valued. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers the potential for long-term employment and the chance to further develop your fabrication skills.

    Apply today to be considered!

    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Why Apply?

Join a team focused on quality metal fabrication, safe work practices, and long-term career opportunities. This contract-to-hire position offers the potential for continued employment and benefits.

Apply today to put your welding and fitting skills to work.

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