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1st & 2nd Shift MIG Welder/Fabricator

Global Power Components
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st & 2nd Shift MIG Welder/Fabricator position at Global Power Components?

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.

We are seeking 2nd Shift MIG Welders (Mon-Thursday, 4PM- 2:30AM) who are dedicated, detail orientated and who wants a stable consistent hours where OT is always available but not mandatory. We have no shortage of work at Global Power Components!

Responsibilities: (what you will be doing)

  • Welding I-Beam Frame and Fuel Tanks in flat/vertical overhead positions. The sheet metal thickness will range from 10 gauge up to ½ inch.
  • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding
  • Position and secure workpieces, using hoists, cranes, wire and banding machines or hand tools
  • Inspect products/equipment for defects/malfunctions

Requirements: (what it takes to be successful)

  • Must be able to read measuring devices, such as tape measure
  • Must be able to read blueprints – this is extremely important
  • GMAW (MIG/MAG) experience preferred
  • Able to troubleshoot and problem solve
  • Must be highly motivated
  • Able to communicate and work well with others
  • Pay attention to details and have a strong drive to succeed
  • Must pass competency test and pre-employment physical including drug screen

What's great about this job/Global Power Components:

  • Expanding, privately held organization
  • Outstanding job security, 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year – in an organization that has been growing for years – and continues to do so.
  • OT paid over 40 hours
  • Medical/Dental benefits eligible after 60-days

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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