- Salary
- $25 – $35
- Location
- Putnam
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Manufacturing
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- CareersPage
Description
We are seeking an exceptionally detail-oriented TIG Welding Technician who takes genuine pride in elite craftsmanship. In this role, you will apply advanced metal-joining techniques to fabricate top-tier components while upholding strict safety, structural, and aesthetic standards. If you bring strong technical problem-solving, high-performance grit, and a drive for continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $25.00 – $35.00+ per hour starting rate, highly negotiable based on experience (DOE).
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Top-tier coverage package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Incentive Bonus Program: Opportunity to earn performance-based recognition bonuses.
- Career Growth: Hands-on access to specialized technical training and a fast-track pathway toward full-time leadership and advanced roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision Fabrication: Perform high-grade TIG welds on custom metal assemblies, ensuring exceptional joint integrity and visually pristine finishes.
- Self-Inspection & Quality Assurance: Thoroughly examine and measure all finished workpieces using shop gauges prior to official QA submission.
- Equipment & Shop Maintenance: Keep assigned welding stations, machinery, and tools running in peak condition; clean and return all gear to its proper place after project completion.
- Operational Efficiency: Execute assignments within production deadlines while navigating the ERP system to track job progress according to company protocols.
- Collaborative Problem-Solving: Identify manufacturing bottlenecks, report challenges to shop supervisors promptly, and propose practical solutions to the Lean leadership team.
- Safety First: Maintain strict adherence to all safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) rules, and environmental hazard guidelines.
Skills & Qualifications
- Welding Expertise: Proven capability in TIG welding thin-gauge metals with flawless penetration, along with baseline proficiency in MIG processes.
- Blueprints & Math: Advanced literacy in technical drawings, schematics, and blueprint reading, supported by strong shop mathematics.
- Tooling & Inspection: Mastery of common shop machinery, hand tools, and precision measurement instruments.
- Lean & Tech Mindset: Comfortable using basic computer software (E2 software experience is a plus) and driven by a continuous improvement philosophy.
- Core Competencies: Excellent organizational skills, the ability to juggle multiple priorities, and clear communication with teammates.
- Experience & Licensing: Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing/metal fabrication environment and a valid driver's license.
What's in It for You
- Pride in Your Work: Work on high-spec, custom projects where quality is valued over raw volume.
- Clear Career Pathways: We actively invest in your professional development with funded training and fast-track promotion tracks.
- Supportive Culture: Join a team that respects high-performance drive, encourages lean process innovation, and rewards proactive problem solvers.
Apply Today!
Ready to elevate your fabrication career? Join a culture that values high-performance grit and genuine skill! Submit your resume today to start the conversation—we look forward to evaluating your application.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.