What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder position at The Lee Group?
NOW HIRING: COBOT WELDER IN RICHMOND, VA!
Position: Cobot Welder
Pay: $20.00 – $24.00/hour, with an additional $1.00/hour night shift differential once fully trained and transitioned to night shift
Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm (Day shift during training; potential to move to night shift after readiness)
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, Vision
Pay: $20.00 – $24.00/hour, with an additional $1.00/hour night shift differential once fully trained and transitioned to night shift
Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm (Day shift during training; potential to move to night shift after readiness)
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, Vision
Are you a skilled welder ready to take the next step into advanced welding technology? The Lee Group is hiring a Cobot Welder for an equipment manufacturer in Richmond, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced MIG welders to work hands-on with collaborative robotic welding systems in a forward-thinking, team-focused production environment.
Job Responsibilities of the Cobot Welder:
- Perform MIG welding and some TIG welding on steel frames and components
- Weld in vertical, flat, horizontal, or overhead positions
- Lay out, fit, and assemble metal parts using blueprints and measuring tools
- Prep and finish metal components by grinding or sanding
- Examine workpieces for defects and conformance to specifications
- Operate and adjust torches, plasma cutters, and grinders
- Safely operate overhead cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipment
- Assist in product movement and proper storage
Key Qualifications of the Cobot Welder:
- 1–3 years of MIG welding experience
- Experience in TIG welding is a plus!
- Understanding of welding voltage and amp settings
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches
- High school diploma or GED required
- Strong mechanical aptitude and shop math skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to assess weld quality
- Physically able to wear PPE and work in a shop environment
- Comfortable using tape measures, squares, clamps, and hand tools
Training & Shift Progression:
- All new hires begin on the day shift (6:00am – 2:30pm, Mon–Fri)
- Once trained and ready, candidates may be moved to the night shift, earning an additional $1.00/hour differential
- Shift transition is based on performance, confidence in duties, and team readiness
The Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion – Aligning talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives! When you partner with us, you get over 50 years of recruiting experience, industry expertise, and a team that truly cares.
We are guided by our Core Values:
- We are purpose driven to change people’s lives.
- We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.
- We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.
- We get it, our business and our customers.
- We get it right!
Apply today and take the next step in your welding career with The Lee Group!
The Lee Group is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $20 - $24
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