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Job Title: Structural MIG Heavy Plate Welder
Location: Kenosha Shift: 1st Shift | 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM Pay: Up to $28/hr (DOE)
Position Overview: We're seeking an experienced Structural MIG Heavy Plate Welder to join our fabrication team. This role involves welding large structural components and heavy plate material in a custom job shop environment (not production welding). The ideal candidate will have strong experience welding thick plate, performing vertical welds, and working with heavy fabrication equipment. We've been serving industries such as power generation, construction equipment, and material handling for over 100 years with high-quality custom metal fabrication.
Responsibilities: Perform structural MIG welding on heavy plate materials up to 2" thick Weld using .045 and 3/16 wire Execute vertical-up welds and other structural weld positions Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols Perform fit-up and welding of large structural components Operate shop equipment including: Drill press Band saw / saw equipment Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move heavy material Maintain weld quality consistent with structural fabrication standards Work in a job shop environment producing custom weldments
Required Qualifications:
  • Experience with Structural MIG welding on heavy plate Ability to weld up to 2" plate thickness Proven experience with .045 and 3/16 wire Ability to perform vertical-up welds Prior experience in a machine shop or heavy fabrication environment
  • Experience operating:
  • Forklifts Overhead cranes Drill presses and saws Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols Strong attention to quality and safety
Preferred Qualifications: AWS structural welding experience or certification Experience in custom fabrication / job shop environments Experience with large weldments or heavy equipment components
Work Environment: Heavy fabrication and welding environment Handling large steel components and heavy plate Use of cranes and material handling equipment Standing, lifting, and welding for extended periodsIND159

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$28/hr

Experience level

Senior

Location

Kenosha, WI

Occupation

Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

Industry

Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing

Posted

4 days ago

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