Metal Shop Certified Welder

Wells•Albany, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metal Shop Certified Welder is responsible for fabricating production assemblies used in precast manufacturing, ensuring all work meets company and PCI certification standards. This role involves welding, cutting, and assembling components using shop equipment such as welders, saws, presses, and forklifts. The position plays a key role in supporting efficient production through high-quality, accurate, and safe fabrication work. Salary range $25 - $27/Hr. Based on location and experience. SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. At Wells, you�re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you�re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact. Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees� health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to read blueprints, steel orders, and basic technical documents
General math skills and ability to accurately read a tape measure
Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
Adaptability to changing priorities in a production environment
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

Nice To Haves

Welding certification preferred (willingness to test and certify required)
Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred (training provided)

Responsibilities

Perform welding operations that meet company and PCI certification standards
Operate shop equipment including welders, forklifts, shears, punches, drill presses, and band saws
Fabricate and assemble production components used in precast manufacturing
Build and set up jigs for fabrication work as needed
Read and interpret basic blueprints and production drawings
Use gas/acetylene torches for cutting and fabrication tasks
Transport and handle materials safely within the shop environment
Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and safely
Maintain compliance with safety procedures and quality standards
Support additional shop and production tasks as assigned

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
company-paid disability and life insurance
wellness incentives
paid holidays
PTO
flexible spending accounts
HSA options
a 401(k) with profit sharing
access to Nice Healthcare
employee assistance resources
pet insurance
additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.