Welder - 2nd Shift

Oshkosh • Kewaunee, WI

5d

About The Position

Kewaunee Fabrications, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is hiring motivated and experienced welders to join its heavy fabrication team. The role involves welding steel and/or aluminum components using specified welding processes, following blueprints, and meeting quality standards. It also includes preparing and finishing welds, documenting work, maintaining a safe and clean workspace, and supporting preventative maintenance and coworkers.

The position is on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with a paid lunch. Voluntary overtime is available before or after the shift. Starting pay is $26.75 per hour, with an additional $0.50 per hour for aluminum and robotic welding and a $1.00 per hour premium for second- and third-shift work. Wages increase every six months until top pay, then annually. A full benefits package is available after 30 days.

Requirements

• Previous metal fabrication and/or welding experience.
• Basic blueprint-reading and mechanical skills.
• Experience with at least one welding process and ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly; lifting devices are available.
• Willingness to perform cleaning, grinding, and weld preparation work.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, technical training, or equivalent education.
• One year or more of welding or metal fabrication experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Weld steel and/or aluminum parts per blueprints using MIG, TIG, FCAW, or SMAW processes.
• Use fixtures to position components and control distortion.
• Perform grinding, cleaning, and deburring as needed.
• Complete required job paperwork and labor documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform self-inspections and adhere to quality standards.
• Support preventative maintenance and assist coworkers as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match and pension plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Stock purchase program.
• Employee discounts.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid lunch.
• Voluntary overtime availability.
• Wage progression increases every six months until top pay, then annually.

What This Job Offers

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