Weld Operator - Manual Laser/Auto/Tig
Location
Fort Wayne, IN
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Posted on October 28, 2026
Job Description
Overview
Viant is a leader in the medical device industry, seeking a Weld Operator for 2nd and 3rd shifts to operate manual laser, auto laser, and TIG welders. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate manual laser, auto laser, and TIG welder.
- Manage Kan Ban System.
- Manage 5S initiatives.
Requirements
- 3 years of relevant experience.
- Proficient in welding techniques, especially TIG welds.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401k
Additional Information
- 2nd and 3rd Shift available.
- 15% Shift Premium.
- Climate Controlled work environment.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k
How this job compares in Fort Wayne, IN
Pay in context
This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Indiana currently run a median of $27/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$32/hr across 35 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.
The local market in Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne, IN is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Indiana as a whole we're tracking 74 other active welding openings from 61 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Indiana.
The most active employers in Indiana at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are TEAM, Inc. (4), Tenneco (2), and GE Aerospace (2). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.
What you'll be running
This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.
See all TIG welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.
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