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GMAW Production Fabrication Specialist

Anchor Fabrication LLC
Wichita, KS Intern
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026
Role Overview

Step into a hands-on production role where you’ll join, fabricate, and repair metal components using GMAW/MIG techniques. You’ll translate blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics into precise welds, primarily in flat and horizontal positions. Safety, accuracy, and cleanliness guide everything you do.

Shift

Second Shift: Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM

A Day in the Life

You begin by reviewing prints and verifying materials. With a focus on safe work habits, you set up your MIG equipment, tack and weld assemblies, and check your work against specifications. Throughout the shift, you maintain a clean, orderly work area, minimize scrap and rework, and support teammates with additional duties as needed.

Core Responsibilities

  • Weld components in flat and horizontal positions using appropriate MIG parameters.
  • Interpret and follow blueprints, product specifications, diagrams, and welding symbols.
  • Fabricate to exact tolerances; verify conformance and quality at each step.
  • Apply safe work practices at all times; keep the workspace organized.
  • Assist with additional tasks aligned with the role’s level of responsibility.

Qualifications

  • Skilled at reading and interpreting blueprints and product specifications.
  • Comfortable operating hand tools and working in a fast-paced production setting.
  • Committed to low scrap/rework and to continuous improvement in quality.
  • Demonstrated ability to keep a clean, safe work area.

Education & Experience

  • Welding Technical Certificate or 1 year of industrial welding experience (preferred).
  • Basic math proficiency and accurate tape measure reading.
  • Knowledge of welding symbols and print interpretation.

Physical Requirements & Environment

  • Lift up to 50 pounds independently.
  • Regular standing with bending, stooping, squatting, and kneeling.
  • Work in a shop environment.

Workload

Frequent overtime beyond 40 hours per week may be required to meet company deliverables.

Tools & Proficiencies

  • Primary Technology: MIG Welder
  • Proficiencies: Tape Measure Reading, Blueprint Reading

Salary : $20 - $25

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