Welder/Fabricator (Stainless Steel)

Elevant Recruiting • Irwindale, CA

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About The Position

This is a direct-hire opportunity for an experienced Fabricator / Welder on a skilled manufacturing team specializing in custom stainless steel fabrication, pressure vessels, piping systems, and precision-welded components. The role suits a hands-on professional who values quality craftsmanship and precision and can produce high-quality work from start to finish. The ideal candidate has strong TIG welding and stainless steel fabrication experience, can interpret blueprints and technical drawings, and understands the importance of quality, safety, and attention to detail in a production environment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in stainless steel fabrication and welding within a manufacturing, industrial, or custom fabrication environment.
• Strong TIG welding skills and the ability to produce clean, consistent, high-quality welds.
• Experience with stainless steel pipe fabrication, fit-up, tack welding, and purge welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, measurements, and fabrication specifications.
• Knowledge of metal preparation, cutting, forming, fitting, and assembly processes.
• Familiarity with welding equipment, fabrication tools, and safe shop practices.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to producing quality work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience fabricating ASME pressure vessels or working with pressure-rated tanks and piping systems.
• Background in sanitary stainless steel equipment, process piping, or precision industrial fabrication.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication, pipefitting, or custom-built equipment.
• Familiarity with fabrication and welding requirements for regulated processing or industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate stainless steel tanks, ASME pressure vessels, piping systems, and custom metal components according to blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Perform precision TIG and MIG welding, including sanitary stainless steel pipe welding with purge techniques, as well as structural welding as required.
• Measure, cut, fit, tack, form, and assemble metal components to meet dimensional tolerances and project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications to ensure accurate fit-up and finished assemblies.
• Perform pipe fabrication, weld preparation, joint fit-up, and final welding while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Operate fabrication and shop equipment, including cutting tools, brakes, drill presses, and welding equipment.
• Inspect completed work for weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with applicable specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with welders, fabricators, pipefitters, and production team members to meet project deadlines and production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following established shop safety procedures.

Benefits

• Direct-hire position offering the opportunity to join the company as a regular employee.
• Opportunity to apply specialized welding and fabrication skills to custom industrial projects.
• Work alongside an experienced team in a quality-focused manufacturing environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed