Weld Prep Team Member
About The Position
The Weld Prep Team Member is responsible for supporting welding operations by ensuring all materials, components, and work areas are properly prepared, staged, and maintained to meet production, quality, and safety standards. This role is critical to maintaining efficient workflow within the Fabrication Department and directly impacts weld quality, throughput, and overall production performance. This individual will work closely with welders and fabrication teams to prepare parts, maintain material flow, and uphold housekeeping standards in a heavy-duty manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or welding support
- Experience using hand tools and basic fabrication equipment
- Ability to pass all pre-employment screenings (drug test, background check, etc.)
- Strong understanding of basic fabrication and weld preparation techniques
- Ability to operate hand tools, grinders, and preparation equipment safely and effectively
- High attention to detail with a focus on quality and precision
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards
- Flexibility to work overtime or varying shifts as needed
- Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing environment
- Prior exposure to welding operations or fabrication processes
- Experience using grinding, cutting, or surface preparation tools
- Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Responsibilities
- Prepare materials and components for welding by performing tasks such as cleaning, grinding, deburring, and staging parts
- Ensure all weld surfaces are properly prepped to meet quality and welding specifications
- Transport and position materials to support continuous workflow within the welding area
- Assist with the replenishment of parts, consumables, and materials to minimize production downtime
- Operate and maintain hand tools (grinders, wire brushes, cutting tools, etc.) and other preparation equipment
- Support fabrication processes by assisting with fit-up preparation and alignment of components
- Safely operate material handling equipment as required (forklifts, cranes, etc.)
- Support weld quality by ensuring parts meet pre-weld preparation standards
- Identify and communicate issues that may result in defects or inefficiencies
- Apply continuous improvement (CI) tools and lean principles to improve prep processes and reduce waste
- Assist in problem-solving efforts to eliminate recurring fabrication or weld defects
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with 5S and safety standards
- Perform routine housekeeping and debris removal within the fabrication and welding areas
- Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Support a culture of safety-first operations within the department
- Assist welding and fabrication teams as needed to support production goals and deadlines
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations
- Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401 (k) retirement plan
- paid time off and paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
