Welder | 2nd Shift

VIKING GROUP•Columbus, OH

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder produces high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment. The role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets onto pipe, perform rewelds as needed, and ensure finished products meet company and industry quality standards. The Welder handles materials safely, follows established procedures, contributes to on-time production, and maintains a clean and organized work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to successfully complete company welding certification requirements.
Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to accurately read a tape measure in minimum 1/4-inch increments; finer measurements are preferred.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, production orders, and standard operating procedures.
Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and reach throughout the workday.
Perform repetitive hand and arm movements while operating welding equipment.
Work safely around welding equipment, moving machinery, and material-handling equipment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a welding helmet, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Dependable, with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production environment.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Previous welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment.
Experience operating welding equipment, plasma equipment, or similar fabrication machinery.
Experience working in a fast-paced production environment with daily productivity goals.
Forklift or overhead crane experience.
MIG welding experience, preferably industrial or production welding.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new equipment quickly.

Responsibilities

Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe according to production specifications.
Perform manual rewelds using hand-held welding equipment as needed to meet quality standards.
Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material-handling techniques.
Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with company and industry standards.
Apply required certification stamps to completed welds using designated tools.
Transfer finished pipe to carts and staging areas for downstream processing or shipment.
Operate pneumatic banding equipment to prepare finished pipe bundles for shipping when required.
Read work orders, production documents, and basic fabrication drawings to complete assigned work accurately.
Measure materials using tape measures and other measuring devices to verify dimensions and specifications.
Maintain production output while meeting quality and safety expectations.
Perform routine equipment checks and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety standards.
Complete required safety, equipment, and operational training.
Follow company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements.
Support other fabrication, warehouse, or production activities as assigned by leadership.