MIG Welder 1st Shift

WireCrafters • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

WireCrafters, LLC is a privately owned manufacturer of wire partitions, storage lockers, safety barriers, and related material handling products. The MIG Welder welds metal components into panels of various sizes according to specifications, tolerances, and requirements, producing high-quality woven wire products. Starting pay is $20.50 per hour, with regular quarterly raises beginning after three months until the top rate of $31.46 is reached in approximately 2.5 years. After reaching the top rate, employees receive an annual cost-of-living raise.

The position is on the first shift, with scheduled hours of 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Overtime on Friday may be required, and mandatory overtime depends on the operation schedule. Work takes place in a manufacturing facility or warehouse with moderate to loud noise, no temperature regulation, and constant forklift transport. The role may be performed alone or with coworkers and requires meeting daily productivity goals.

After 90 days, employees are eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, life insurance, a 401(k), 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Requirements

• MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read a standard tape measure.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling and occasionally exerting 50–60 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret standard production drawings and job specifications.
• Weld metal components together into metal panels of various sizes.
• Prepare material surfaces for welding by removing loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, and other foreign matter.
• Grind excess weld and rough spots using portable grinders.
• Inspect products to verify that they conform to specifications.
• Ensure materials and supplies are available as needed to promote efficiency and meet daily productivity goals.
• Detect and notify a supervisor of faulty equipment operation or defective materials.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED