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Entry Level Welder

Kloeckner Metals - Americas
Paton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
Job Summary

This is an entry-level opportunity for individuals that desire to develop welding skills within a production environment. Success in the role requires a strong focus on maintaining productivity, quality, and safety. This position works within a team, working together to manufacture customer assemblies.

No experience is required. On the job training provided!

Job Functions

  • Fabricating and welding products to the drawings and production voucher specifications using the correct materials and to the appropriate welding procedures.
  • Inspect welded assemblies produced to ensure tolerance
  • Complete the appropriate quality documentation and production voucher information
  • Maintaining high quality results
  • Will be trained in; Welding, Grinding, Material Handling, and Packaging


Skills/Abilities

  • Candidate must always maintain a clean / orderly work area
  • Forklift and Crane operation will be required, prior experience is a plus, but not required


Minimum Requirements

  • Entry-Level High-Volume Welding Operator
  • Candidate must adhere to all safety policies and procedures in place at the facility
  • Candidate must complete all training sessions as required

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