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Welder I

Safco Products
Milford, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/27/2026

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As a Welder with Safco, you will set up and perform all functions of welding which are essential to our business that meet cosmetic quality standards.

This full-time position reports directly to the designated Production Supervisor and is located at Safco's manufacturing plant in Milford, IA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Setup and perform welding per prints including (spot welding, robotic welder and MIG welding)
  • Any required finishing of the product to meet workmanship standard (grinding and sanding)
  • Enter work order data required for labor reporting into the computer system
  • Use inspection equipment and review blueprints to ensure work is meeting or exceeding quality standards
  • Maintaining a clean workstation and production floor.
  • Work in a manner that emphasizes safety of self and others. Follows all health and safety policies and guidelines
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • High School diploma orGED
  • Proven experience reading blue prints and using inspection equipment/measuring devices
  • Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques.
  • Previous experience with computer skills such as typing, printing and data entry.
  • Ability to use math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Excellent communication skills and a high degree of responsiveness and empathy for internal and external customers.
  • Preferred metal fabrication and welding background.
  • Prior work experience with JDE/Oracle in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Experience in a high variety, low to mid-volume manufacturing environment a plus.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $21.50 per hour. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
  • Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4 hours per shift
  • Must be able to bend and stoop for 7 hours per shift
  • Must be able to stand for 6 hours per shift
  • Must be able to walk for 6 hours per shift
  • Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6 hours per shift

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.


Liberty Diversified International (LDI), and our family of companies, is committed to hiring, promoting and compensating all employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform their job responsibilities. LDI provides equal employment opportunity to all employees, applicants and other covered persons and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. LDI strictly prohibits any form of discrimination where ever we conduct business. Equal employment opportunity extends to all terms and conditions of employment, including, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, benefits and termination of employment.


 

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