What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Welder position at Valley Craft Industries Inc?
Description
Welder – 2nd Shift (4-Day Workweek) | Lake City, MN
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus
Join a company known nationwide for building high-quality material handling products — and a workplace that values its people.
Valley Craft Industries is a stable and growing metal manufacturing company with 70 years of success. We’re hiring a Welder to join our Lake City team building high-quality material handling products used nationwide.
Why You’ll Love It:
• 4-day workweek (Mon–Thurs)
• No evenings or weekends
• Competitive pay sign-on bonus
• Great benefits & growth opportunities
• Clean, safety-focused shop
Schedule: 3:00 AM – 1:30 AM (OT as needed)
Requirements:
• 1 year MIG welding experience (TIG a plus)
• Metalworking knowledge & quality focus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Apply today to build a long-term career with a company that values quality, people and stability.
Welder – 1st Shift | Lake City, MN
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus | 4-Day Workweek
Build products that last. Grow your career close to home.
Valley Craft Industries is a family-owned Minnesota company with over 70 years of manufacturing excellence. We design and build material handling, storage, and safety solutions trusted across the country — and we do it with pride in craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork.
If you’re a skilled welder looking for steady hours, great benefits, and real growth opportunities, we’d love to meet you.
Why You’ll Love Working at Valley Craft
- 4-day workweek — Fridays as needed only
- No evenings or weekends (great work-life balance)
- Competitive pay $1,000 sign-on bonus
- Clean, safety-focused shop environment
- Friendly, collaborative team culture
- Real opportunities for advancement
What You’ll Do
• Fabricate daily production and custom orders
• MIG and/or TIG welding to quality standards
• Set up and operate welding equipment and machinery
• Position materials using jigs, fixtures, and measuring tools
• Maintain productivity targets (3 cabinets per hour)
• Follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Support light machine maintenance as needed
What We’re Looking For
• 1 year of MIG welding experience (TIG a plus)
• Knowledge of metalworking equipment and processes
• Ability to read basic blueprints (training provided)
• Strong attention to quality and safety
• Willingness to work occasional overtime as needed
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.
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