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Welder

Matthews Professional Employment
Kenosha, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2026

Welder

We are seeking a skilled Welder to perform welding, fitting, cutting, and related fabrication work in a metal fabrication environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable reading drawings and weld specifications, setting up jobs, and producing quality welds with limited supervision.

Requirements of the Welder

  • 3 years of general welding experience
  • Experience with MIG and TIG welding
  • Ability to read weld specifications, shop drawings, layouts, and blueprints
  • Ability to set up and position weldments using fixtures and jigs
  • Knowledge of structural metals and welding materials
  • Ability to use basic measuring tools, gauges, and templates
  • Experience with welding equipment, grinding, cutting, and surface preparation

Responsibilities of the Welder

  • Review job orders and welding specifications
  • Set up, fit, and position weldments for production
  • Perform MIG/TIG welding, cutting, grinding, and surface preparation
  • Inspect welds for proper quality and bonding
  • Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work area
  • Follow company quality, ISO, and safety standards
  • Complete work accurately while meeting production requirements


2nd shift: 1:30PM - 12:00AM Monday through Thursday

Pay is $30.00 - $34.00 hourly, based on experience






*If you have an open application with Matthews Professional Employment, Inc., please express your interest in this position to your consultant*

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person

Salary : $30 - $34

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