Welder

Position Description

Location: Mansfield, OH (2500 Park Avenue West)

Position Type: Full-time, 3-month contract (temp-to-perm potential)

Start Date: Targeting 6/15/2026

Schedule: 1st Shift (6:00 AM-2:30 PM or 7:30 AM-4:00 PM)

Hours: 40/week + consistent overtime (up to 2 hours daily, occasional early start + Saturdays)

Pay Rate: $27.94/hr (DOE)

Bill Rate: $38.42/hr

Openings: 1

Submission Limit: 4 candidates per supplier

Position Overview

This is a production-focused welding role supporting both high-volume manufacturing and occasional prototype work. The welder will primarily work with steel and stainless steel components, contributing to fabrication, assembly, and final weld quality validation.

The role requires a hands-on, dependable welder comfortable working in a structured production environment with strict quality and certification standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform production welding (majority of workload) with some prototype welding support
• Execute TIG and MIG welding processes on steel and stainless steel materials
• Fabricate, fit, and assemble pre-fabricated components into final assemblies
• Set up fixtures, layouts, and work positioning for both production and prototype jobs
• Operate programmed welding machines for production runs
• Support automated welding operations during high-volume production cycles
• Ensure all welds meet quality standards, including:




• Destructive testing
• Non-destructive testing




• Maintain welding certifications and qualifications aligned to product-specific requirements
• Assist with general shop tasks as needed

Certifications & Technical Requirements

• ASME certification required for pressure vessel work (completed in-house)
• Must be able to pass in-house weld testing if not currently certified
• Required weld capabilities include:




• Short arc (mild steel mild steel, F1)
• Short arc (mild steel stainless steel, F1)
• Spray arc (mild steel mild steel, F1)
• Pipe welding (mild steel stainless steel, F2)
• Submerged arc pipe welding (F1)




• Experience with steel and stainless steel welding in a production environment is required

Work Environment & Expectations

• Manufacturing/production-driven environment with steady workflow
• High importance on attendance, punctuality, and reliability
• Must be comfortable with frequent overtime and flexible scheduling
• Candidates must successfully pass weld tests and meet internal certification standards

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2+ years of production welding experience (Level II equivalent)
• Strong experience with TIG/MIG welding on steel and stainless steel
• Comfortable working in both fabrication and assembly-based welding tasks
• Ability to adapt between manual and machine welding operations
• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality standards
• Reliable, team-oriented, and production-focused mindset
• Willingness to obtain and maintain in-house certifications

Compliance Requirements (at Offer Stage)

• Background Check:




• SSN Trace
• National Sex Offender Registry
• County + Federal Criminal Search
• National Criminal Plus




• 4-Panel Drug Screen (Amphetamines, Cocaine, Opiates, PCP)
• NDA, Asset Return Form, Orientation Acknowledgement

Additional Notes for Recruiters

• Temp-to-perm potential based on performance and business needs
• Strong emphasis on quality, consistency, and certification compliance
• Candidates without certifications can be considered if they can pass weld tests

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