Welder Fitter

Welder Fitter

We are seeking a skilled Welder Fitter for our 2nd shift, running from 6 PM to 6 AM, Monday through Friday. Our team offers flexible scheduling, with many employees choosing to work from 4 AM to 4 PM to enjoy weekends off. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints to perform the initial fit-up of welded assemblies, communicating directly with engineering when necessary, and working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, both detail and assembly.
• Perform initial fit-up of welded assemblies using pre-cut steel plates.
• Communicate directly with engineering as required.
• Use forklifts and overhead cranes proficiently.
• Operate overhead cranes up to 50-ton capacity and fork trucks.
• Manually lift 20-25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Collaborate with AWS certified welders to complete welding tasks.
• Use micrometers and precision measuring instruments.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of blueprint reading experience.
• Experience with 1-inch plate fitting and welding.
• 5 years of Flux Core/MIG welding experience.
• 5 years of fitting experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with heavy plate and structural welding.
• Ability to lay down rods and fillets.
• Proficiency in MIG, Flux Core, and fabrication techniques.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with a strong focus on technical excellence and career growth. With a dedicated team and a Welding/Fitting Foreman set to retire soon, this is an opportunity to advance and potentially grow into a leadership role.

Work Environment

Our facility spans 9 acres with over 100,000 square feet under the roof. We have state-of-the-art equipment, including 34 overhead and jib cranes with a 40-ton capacity in the machine shop and a 65-ton capacity in the fab shop. Enjoy a modern workspace with a variety of advanced welding and machining equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of WATERFORD, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46000.00 - $60000.00/yr. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, company uniforms

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in WATERFORD,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.