Key West Metal IND

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our manufacturing team. This position is ideal for a skilled fabricator with strong GTAW/TIG and GMAW/MIG welding experience, particularly with stainless steel, who can read blueprints, operate fabrication equipment, and produce high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW/TIG welding, with an emphasis on stainless steel fabrication.
• Operate welding machines, hand tools, drill presses, saws, shear, and other industrial equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Set up and operate a variety of metal fabrication equipment.
• Use precision measuring equipment including calipers and other inspection tools.
• Identify welding and fabrication issues during setup and production and make appropriate adjustments or corrections.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and dimensional requirements.
• Perform basic fabrication operations including cutting, drilling, grinding, buffing, and fitting.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, power lifts, jib cranes, and pallet jacks.
• Complete production paperwork and enter required data accurately.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work effectively with team members.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of stainless steel welding experience using GTAW/TIG.
• 3+ years of experience in metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical instructions.
• Strong understanding of welding and fabrication processes.
• Must pass a weld test before being hired.
• Post offer drug/alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
• Ability to perform basic math, including fractions, decimals, metric-to-inch conversions, basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry using a calculator.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding and fabrication problems and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience operating forklifts, power lifts, jib cranes, and other material-handling equipment is preferred.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision

Additional Information

• Full-Time, Direct Hire
• Work locally in the Chicagoland area
• Expected hours: 40.0 – 70.0 per week