Wilson

Overview

The position is for a Welder on the 2nd shift in Charlotte, requiring specific welding skills and experience. Candidates must pass a 6G welding test and have heavy-wall pipe and MIG welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform layout and fit-up work using fixtures or positioners.
• Weld various metals using Pulsed MIG, Short-arc MIG, or Submerged Arc processes.
• Use MIG welding equipment to assemble fabricated metal products efficiently.
• Operate equipment safely and report hazards to supervisors.
• Produce strong, smooth, non-porous, and consistent welds.
• Follow required procedures and use appropriate jigs and fixtures.
• Perform brazing functions across various materials.
• Conduct hand-grinding and forming tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Assist others in the work area when needed.

Requirements

• Must pass 6G welding test.
• Must have heavy-wall pipe experience.
• MIG welding experience required.
• Minimum two years of manufacturing welding experience using Pulsed MIG, Short-arc MIG, or Submerged Arc processes.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass an onsite 6G certification test.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes and equipment.
• Ability to weld vertical, flat, and overhead with strong penetration and clean appearance.
• Ability to operate plasma cutters and acetylene torches.
• Math skills (fractions, angles).
• Ability to read tape measures, angle finders, blueprints, and cut lists.
• Strong communication skills.
• Training in overhead crane operation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to weld in awkward positions (kneeling, overhead, lying down).
• Ability to climb and work from ladders.
• Ability to operate various shop tools (manual and power wrenches).
• Ability to work weekends and overtime.

Additional Information

• Training schedule will be provided and may change.
• Overtime required: 2 hours daily + 1–2 Saturdays (8-hour shifts).
• Workdays: Monday–Saturday.
• Typical 2nd-shift hours: 4:30 pm–1:00 am (may extend to 3:00 am).
• Workers must arrive with their own PPE.