What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder - Manufacturing and Fabrication position at Schaffer Manufacturing?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Welder is responsible for laying out, fitting, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable materials to assemble structural forms by applying appropriate welding techniques. This role works directly from blueprints and specifications to produce quality weldments that meet structural soundness and visual standards.
The Welder operates across multiple welding processes and positions, ensures accurate documentation of job activity, and supports overall production quality through careful inspection, non-conformance reporting, and clean finished product preparation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Weld Setup & Layout
Prepares materials and work area prior to welding operations.
- Inspect product prior to welding to verify readiness and conformance.
- Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using necessary tools for the specific job application.
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process and sequence.
2. Welding Operations
Performs tack and full welding across required processes and positions.
- Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies using the proper weld process.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions as required.
- Ability to weld multiple processes.
3. Quality & Inspection
Ensures completed work meets quality standards and customer requirements.
- Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness and visual appearance quality.
- Remove rough spots from workpieces using a portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
- Clean product to customer requirements.
- Report, tag, and complete Non-Conformance documentation for defective parts.
4. Production & Documentation
Maintains accurate records and ensures proper flow of work through the production process.
- Accurately log in and log out from jobs and operations.
- Mark part numbers, pallet parts, and prepare product for the next operation.
- Provide accurate counts and quantities on all paperwork and in Job Boss.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a multi-department team.
- Ability to read blueprints and use a tape measure.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously and stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
Preferred:
- Technical degree or certification in Welding preferred.
- Prior experience welding in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
- Familiarity with Job Boss or similar ERP/production tracking systems.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The Welder will be evaluated against the following criteria:
- Weld quality meets structural soundness and visual appearance standards on first inspection.
- Blueprints and specifications are accurately interpreted and followed without rework.
- Non-conformances are identified, tagged, and documented in a timely manner.
- Job Boss time entries and production paperwork are accurate and completed at each job changeover.
- Product is properly marked, palletted, and staged for the next operation before moving on.
- Work area and finished product are maintained in a clean, organized condition per customer requirements.
Pay: $23.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $34