Welder/Fabricator

Welder / Fabricator

Location: Goodyear, AZ

Schedule: 1st Shift - Mon - Thurs - 5:00am - 3:30pm

Employment Type: Full-Time | Overtime Available

Industry: Industrial Manufacturing

• Structural Steel
• Modular Fabrication
  
  

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Welder / Fabricator for our industrial manufacturing operations. The Mechanical Welder / Fabricator will fit, tack, weld, assemble, and repair steel components, structural assemblies, and production parts using MIG/GMAW, TIG/GTAW, and other welding processes in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in manufacturing welding, structural steel welding, blueprint reading, mechanical assembly, production welding, and industrial metal fabrication.

Daily Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Welder / Fabricator, You Will

Welding & Fabrication

• Fit, tack, and weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and low-alloy steel using MIG/GMAW, TIG/GTAW, and manual welding techniques.
• Weld assemblies, sub-assemblies, brackets, channels, angles, and modular components per engineering drawings.
• Prepare welds using grinders, saws, and welding tools; perform vertical (3G), overhead (4F), horizontal, and flat welds.
  
  

Blueprint Reading & Layout

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, detail drawings, and fabrication schematics.
• Measure, cut, and layout materials using calipers, squares, tape measures, and fabrication tools.
• Determine proper weld processes, joint designs, and equipment settings per job specifications.
  
  

Assembly & Integration

• Fabricate fixtures and support tools based on engineering sketches.
• Assemble welded components into larger structures, platforms, frames, or modular units.
• Perform mechanical assembly as needed on production builds.
  
  

Inspection, Testing & Repair

• Inspect welds for accuracy, penetration, and quality.
• Repair, rework, or correct fabrication issues and dimensional deviations.
• Verify tolerances and inspect final assemblies for structural integrity.
  
  

Production & Safety

• Meet production targets, quality standards, and labor-hour requirements during 2nd shift operations.
• Maintain welding machinery, tools, and PPE in safe working condition.
• Follow OSHA rules, AWS standards, and internal safety guidelines.
• Complete shop order documentation, time sheets, and necessary reports.
  
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Welder, Fabricator, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, or Industrial Welder.
• Skilled in MIG, TIG, Stick, GMAW, GTAW, and related welding processes.
• Experience using electrical and manual tools (angle grinders, saws, calipers, clamps, squares, measuring tools).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and welding blueprints.
• Knowledge of welding safety standards, weld quality requirements, and inspection practices.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, overhead work, and climbing.
• Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
  
  

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Welders should have AWS Certification (GMAW, 3G Vertical Up, 4F Overhead).
• Mechanical assembly experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments.
• Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy steels.
• Knowledge of torch cutting, plasma cutting, and GTAW/TIG welding.
• Understanding of manufacturing tolerances and measurement verification.
  
  

Why Join Our Team

• Overtime opportunities
• Growing industrial and modular fabrication environment
• Work on complex and custom steel structures
• Safe, well-equipped welding and fabrication shop
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace.