Welder – MIG / Metal Fabrication

Surge Staffing•Perrysburg, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Weld Operator to join a manufacturing team in Delta, Ohio. The Weld Operator sets up and operates welding equipment, prepares metal components, performs quality welds, and inspects finished parts to ensure they meet production and safety standards. The role requires familiarity with MIG welding, blueprint reading, measuring tools, welding equipment, and metal fabrication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM, and the pay rate is $22.00 per hour. Previous welding experience is required.

Requirements

Previous welding experience is required.
Experience operating MIG, TIG, resistance, or other welding equipment.
Ability to read and follow blueprints, work orders, and welding specifications.
Basic understanding of welding processes, equipment, and safety practices.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setup and operation.
Experience using calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, rulers, and other measuring tools.
Ability to visually inspect welds and identify defects.
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while operating welding equipment.
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, and pull.
Ability to lift, carry, and move metal components and materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids when appropriate.
Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and upper-body movements during welding, grinding, and inspection.
Ability to safely operate welding guns, torches, grinders, clamps, controls, and measuring tools.
Sufficient vision to read blueprints, weld symbols, and gauges, and inspect weld quality.
Ability to hear machine sounds, alarms, and verbal instructions in a manufacturing environment.
Comfort working around heat, sparks, fumes, noise, metal materials, and moving equipment.
Ability to wear required PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, protective clothing, safety glasses, and steel-toe footwear.

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of welding experience preferred.
3 or more years of MIG welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, and welding specifications.
Measure and lay out materials according to production requirements.
Determine appropriate welding equipment and methods for each application.
Set up and position components for welding according to specifications.
Cut and prepare materials using powered saws and other equipment.
Operate angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.
Align and secure components using clamps, calipers, rulers, and other measuring tools.
Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, or resistance welding equipment as required.
Perform welds in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
Repair machinery, metal components, and structures by welding pieces and filling gaps.
Inspect welded surfaces and finished components for defects and quality issues.
Monitor welding equipment and report equipment or production issues to supervisors.
Maintain welding equipment in safe operating condition.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Follow company safety procedures, including proper PPE and lockout/tagout procedures when required.
Work efficiently to support production goals and maintain workflow.