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Fitter Welder

Career Opportunities
Lancaster, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/11/2027

In this role, you will be responsible for performing GMAW tack welding, torch cutting, and layout operations to assemble steel components for final welding. You will also carry out GMAW welding processes on production materials in accordance with the required specifications. This position plays a key role in ensuring structural accuracy and weld quality throughout the fabrication process. To be successful in this position, you should be detail-oriented, skilled in blueprint reading, and committed to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with quality control standards and maintain required AWS certifications, consistently meeting or exceeding the 85% UT pass ratio.
  • Assemble steel frames through precise layout, tack welding, and final welding, including lifting and positioning heavy components safely.
  • Operate assigned equipment with a thorough understanding of its capabilities and relevant welding codes; perform machine setup and routine maintenance as needed.
  • Accurately complete all job-related documentation and data entry; manage tasks independently with minimal supervision.
  • Work effectively in elevated temperatures while wearing layered personal protective equipment (PPE).

      Education:   

      • High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

      Shift:

      • 1st: 6:00am - 4:30pm
      • 2nd: 7:30pm- 6:00am

      Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard-free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.

      The Company:

      Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

      A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.

      Our Benefits:

      This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

      • Paid vacation/time off
      • 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
      • Company-paid life insurance
      • Company-paid short-term disability benefits
      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Financial wellness coaching
      • Employee assistance program
      • Paid holidays (8)
      • Employee discounts
      • Education assistance
      • And much more.

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