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Welder/Fabricator
Location: Caledonia, MI
Company: PriceWalgren, a Koch Finishing Systems company
PriceWalgren, part of Koch Finishing Systems, is a custom engineering and fabrication company serving the Aerospace and Automotive industries. We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our team. In this role, you’ll weld and fabricate metal structures and custom assemblies according to engineered fabrication drawings, contributing directly to the high-quality equipment our customers rely on.
Schedule: Day Shift, Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Pay: $25 /hour, based on experience
Responsibilities
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Weld and fabricate finished metal products and custom assemblies
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Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols for fabrication
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Verify specifications through material measurements and calculations
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Conduct tests to evaluate weld quality and tolerance
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Assemble, weld, and finish structures and sub-assemblies, including filing and burring
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Set up and operate fabricating machines (cutting, forming, punching, drilling)
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Maximize material usage while meeting production schedules
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Collaborate with team members to meet quality and delivery goals
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Operate and maintain MIG welding equipment independently
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Safely operate shop equipment including hoists, cranes, and forklifts
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Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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2 years of welding and fabrication experience, or formal technical training
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings
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Proficiency with MIG welding and common shop tools (grinders, saws, drills, etc.)
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Ability to safely operate cranes, hoists, and forklifts (training provided if needed)
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Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
Preferred Qualifications:
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AWS or equivalent welding certification
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Experience welding structural tube and pipe
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Familiarity with TIG welding and other advanced techniques
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Prior experience in a custom fabrication or equipment manufacturing environment
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Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work from limited direction
Why Join Us
At PriceWalgren, a Koch Finishing Systems company, we know our success depends on the skill and dedication of our team. We offer:
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Competitive pay starting at $25 /hour
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Steady day shift schedule, Monday–Friday, no weekends
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Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off and holidays
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A clean, safe, and well-equipped shop environment
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Opportunities for training, certification, and career growth
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The stability of a company with over 140 years in the finishing systems industry
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability and veteran