Welder/Grider

Penmac Staffing is seeking candidates for a Welder/Grinder position with a local manufacturing company. This is a temp-to-hire, full-time role.Responsibilities:

• Fit, tack, and weld stainless steel parts according to drawings.
• Ensure dimensions are correct and welds are clean and uniform.
• Set up welding equipment and plan layout and assembly.
• Polish and clean weld joints.
• Weld in all positions (6G) and read weld symbols on blueprints.
• Perform G.T.A.W welding with stainless steel in 1G-6G positions.
• Pass an ASME/PED weld test.
• Calculate circumferences and fabricate equipment accurately.
• Inspect grooves, angles, or gaps using precision instruments.
• Use hand tools, fabricating equipment, and measuring devices.
• Perform NDT/Liquid Penetrate on inside welds.
• Work on stainless steel fabrication, including cutting, grinding, polishing, bending, and assembly.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Maintain safe operation of shop equipment.
• Work in confined spaces and hot/cold environments.
• Recommend improvements and participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities.
• Execute other tasks as assigned and travel when required.

Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Two years of previous fabrication experience preferred.
• MIG/TIG welding experience (60/40 split).
• Ability to perform simple math and read a tape measure.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficient with hand tools and basic fabrication tools.
• Self-motivated and able to read blueprints.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Awareness of Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean/Six Sigma is a plus.
• Physically capable of wearing protective gear, standing for 8+ hours, and lifting 50 lbs.

Work Schedule:

• 1st Shift: Mon-Thurs (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM), Fri (5:00 AM - 1:30 PM)
• 2nd Shift: Mon-Thurs (3:25 PM - 11:55 PM), Fri (1:15 PM - 9:45 PM)

Pay:

• $18 - $20/hr (2nd shift includes a 10% shift differential, totaling $22/hr)

Assignment Length:

• Temp-to-hire

Dress Code:

• Steel Toe Boots or Composite safety toe required