MIG Welder / Fabricator

Location: Lancaster County PA Area
Shift: 1st or 2nd Shift Available 2 openings each
Pay: $22-$24/hour DOE; up to $27/hr for allstar
Shift Differential: $1.50/hour for 2nd Shift. Mandatory overtime may be required based on production demands.

1st Shift
Monday-Friday
6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

2nd Shift
Monday-Friday
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Recruiter Brief

Target Candidate

• 3 years MIG welding
• Welder/Fitter experience
• Blueprint reading
• Understands Weld symbols
• Manufacturing environment exp
• Fabrication rather than production-only welding
• Comfortable with heavy steel

Must Have

• MIG welding
• Blueprint reading
• Fitting/fabrication

Strongly Preferred

• AWS D1.1
• Structural steel
• Racking systems
• Material handling equipment
• Fixture building

Overview

A growing metal fabrication manufacturer is seeking an experienced MIG Welder / Fabricator to join its production team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on fabrication work takes pride in producing quality weldments and wants to build a long-term career in manufacturing.

The successful candidate will be responsible for fitting fabricating and welding steel components from blueprints and production drawings while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints drawings specifications and work instructions

• Layout fit and MIG weld fabricated components to print

• Verify dimensions and quality throughout the fabrication process

• Understand and apply weld symbols and fabrication requirements

• Build fixtures and fittings as required

• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications

• Communicate production or quality concerns promptly

• Maintain a safe and organized work area

• Follow all company safety and quality procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience as a MIG Welder Welder/Fitter or Fabricator

• Experience working in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings

• Understanding of weld symbols and welding procedures

• Proficiency using tape measures and basic measuring equipment

• Basic math skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS D1.1 certification

• Welding certificate or technical school training

• Experience building fixtures and fabrication assemblies

• Structural steel material handling equipment racking systems or heavy fabrication experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Frequent bending kneeling crouching and lifting

• Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds

• Ability to assist with team lifts up to 100 pounds

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter

Benefits

Benefits begin immediately with no waiting period.

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability

• Company-paid Long-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) with Company Match

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Stable long-standing manufacturing operation

• Immediate benefits eligibility

• Weekly pay

• Consistent full-time schedule

• Opportunity to grow your fabrication and welding career

• Team-oriented environment focused on quality and continuous improvement

Boolean Ideas Basic:
(MIG Welder OR Welder/Fitter OR Fabricator OR Structural Welder) AND (Blueprints OR Drawings OR Fabrication) AND (MIG OR GMAW)

Boolean Ideas Advanced:

(Welder/Fitter OR Fabricator) AND (AWS D1.1 OR AWS OR structural steel OR fabrication) AND (blueprint OR drawings OR weld symbols)

Companies to Recruit FROM:
Priority Targets:

1. High Steel Structures - Lancaster
2. High Steel Service Center - Lancaster
3. Sauder Manufacturing - New Holland
4. New Holland Agriculture / CNH - New Holland
5. L.H. Brubaker - Lancaster
6. Shank Door - Myerstown
7. The Wenger Group Manufacturing Operations
8. Graham Packaging - Lancaster
9. Armstrong World Industries - Lancaster
10. Case IH Manufacturing - New Holland
11. Dart Container - Leola Area
12. Clark Associates Manufacturing Divisions
13. Keystone Koating
14. Precision Cobotics
15. Conestoga Wood Specialties Metal Operations
16. Fabral / Cornerstone Building Brands
17. Cleveland-Cliffs Steelton Plant
18. Penn Stainless Products
19. B.R. Kreider & Son Fabrication
20. East Earl Welding & Fabrication Shops