Welder L2

Steele Solutions • South Milwaukee, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At Steele Solutions, you'll build more than quality products, you'll build a career. Join a growing organization that values craftsmanship, safety, continuous improvement, and employee development. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on large structural steel projects that make a visible impact across the country.

Position Summary
The Welder II / III is responsible for independently setting up, fitting, and welding structural steel components and assemblies according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This position requires advanced blueprint interpretation, strong welding skills, and the ability to perform complex fabrication work with minimal supervision. The Welder II/III serves as a key contributor to production goals while supporting safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding certification preferred (AWS certification is a plus).
• Minimum 3 years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience welding with .045 wire required
• Experience welding structural steel and heavy-gauge materials strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of welding procedures, fabrication methods and quality standards
• Ability to perform complex fit-up and fabrication work independently
• Proficient with measuring tools and quality inspection equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in varying positions while welding and fitting components.
• Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Close vision, depth perception, and attention to detail
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement practices preferred
• Serve as a technical resource for less experienced welders.
• Assist supervisors with training and onboarding new employees
• Promote safety, quality, and productivity best practices
• Help drive continuous improvement efforts within the fabrication department.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, specifications, and work orders to determine fabrication requirements.
• Independently plan and execute welding and assembly operations with limited supervision.
• Lay out, fit, align, assemble, and secure structural steel components using measuring and fixturing equipment.
• Perform high-quality MIG welding utilizing .045 wire and other welding processes as required
• Select proper welding parameters, tooling, fixtures, and equipment based on project requirements.
• Weld a variety of structural steel components in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Evaluate fit-up conditions and make necessary adjustments to ensure product quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Utilize tape measures, squares, calipers, and other precision measuring devices to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns, material defects, or process improvements.
• Assist in training and mentoring Welder I employees and new team members.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Accurately complete production documentation and quality records.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Operate overhead cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on skill and experience.
• Career growth opportunities within fabrication and leadership paths.
• Stable, growing company with long-term opportunities
• Safety-first culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Employee-focused work environment.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced team on complex structural steel projects.

What This Job Offers

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