Allied Steel Buildings

Overview

Allied Steel Buildings is a global manufacturer of steel buildings and structural steel solutions, delivering over 5,500 metal building projects across 75 countries since 2003. The Welder is responsible for producing high-quality welds on structural steel components and assemblies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on structural steel assemblies, beams, columns, frames, connections, and fabricated components.
• Perform FCAW, SMAW, or other welding processes as required by project specifications and production requirements.
• Weld components in accordance with AWS standards, welding procedures, engineering drawings, and quality requirements.
• Interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, work instructions, and production travelers to ensure proper assembly and weld placement.
• Verify fit-up, alignment, weld size, and component orientation prior to welding.
• Assist with fabrication activities including grinding, fitting, gouging, material preparation, and weld cleanup.
• Operate safely around robotic welding cells, automated production equipment, conveyors, and material handling systems.
• Perform visual inspection of completed welds to verify quality, appearance, penetration, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns, weld defects, or fabrication discrepancies requiring corrective action.
• Maintain productivity levels while meeting quality standards and production schedules.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of welding experience in structural steel fabrication, heavy manufacturing, industrial construction, or related environments.
• Experience welding structural steel components used in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Experience working in production-driven manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience working alongside automated or robotic welding systems is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school welding certification preferred.
• AWS certification preferred.
• Ability to pass Allied welding qualification tests required.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
• Completion of a welding program that includes blueprint reading and safety training is desirable.
• Knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and welding practices.
• Understanding of AWS welding symbols, weld procedures, and visual inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, weld maps, blueprints, and production documentation.
• Familiarity with structural steel manufacturing, PEMB components, and fabricated assemblies.
• Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds while meeting production requirements.
• Knowledge of welding equipment setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with robotic welding systems and automated manufacturing processes preferred.
• Ability to identify weld defects and perform corrective actions when required.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, safety, and productivity.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities.

Additional Information

• Work schedule includes Monday-Friday, 1st Shift (6:00am - 2:00pm), 2nd Shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm), 3rd Shift (10:00pm - 6:00am).
• Overtime and some weekend work may be required.