Fabrication Welder – 1st Shift
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a well-established industrial manufacturer in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area to hire a seasoned Fabrication Welder for a high-priority 1st shift opening. This role is ideal for an experienced welder who can confidently fabricate and weld from prints, maintain high-quality standards, and work independently in a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will bring strong blueprint reading, layout, and hands-on fabrication experience—not just basic welding ability. This is a direct hire opportunity with long-term stability for the right professional.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required
- 5+ years of fabrication welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
- Proven ability to fabricate and build directly from blueprints and prints
- Strong MIG welding experience (required)
- Skilled in layout, fitting, and weld preparation work
- Ability to read measurements accurately, including: Fractions Decimals Angles
- Proficiency using measurement tools such as calipers, tape measures (to 1/32), squares, and angle finders
- Experience using grinders, air tools, hand tools, overhead cranes, and steel handling equipment
- Must be able to pass an onsite weld test prior to placement
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in heavy industrial or high-volume fabrication environments
- Familiarity with brake press operations and structural fabrication work
- Forklift experience or willingness to complete training onsite
- Strong consistency in job history and long-term employment background
Responsibilities
- Perform MIG welding on fabricated components using fixtures and jigs when available
- Lay out, fit, and fabricate steel parts directly from blueprint specifications
- Operate fabrication tools and equipment including: Hand plasma cutters Saws and cutting tools Brake press Deburring and grinding equipment
- Ensure welds meet quality expectations, structural requirements, and visual standards
- Maintain consistent production output while meeting standard build times
- Perform accurate measuring, layout, and alignment for assemblies
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
- Support material handling processes using overhead cranes and steel moving equipment
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
