Welder

Welder
Department: Metal Fabrication
Work Location: Panama City, FL
Schedule: Monday – Thursday 630am to 5pm with OT as needed
Starting Pay: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Attire: Casual (Jeans, plain tshirt and close toed shoes

About the Company
Our client is an established, ISO-certified industrial manufacturer with a legacy of quality and innovation dating back over 75 years. As a trusted supplier of critical infrastructure components, the company provides essential products that support the utility and energy sectors nationwide.

At the Panama City facility, the team prides itself on a culture of safety, collaboration, and skilled craftsmanship, offering employees a stable and rewarding environment to grow their careers.

About the Role
As a Welder on our Metal Fabrication team, you will play a hands-on role in manufacturing essential industrial components. Your skills in metalwork and precision welding will directly bring high-performance products to life. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a legacy of craftsmanship, expand your technical skills, and build a long-term career in a stable, essential industry.

Key Responsibilities (What You’ll Do)
As a Welder on our team, you will bring precision and skill to every weld. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Welding and Fabrication: Weld and fabricate metal parts to exact specifications using MIG welding techniques.
• Blueprint Reading: Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and technical drawings to ensure absolute quality and accuracy.
• Metal Prep: Cut, shape, and fit metal components to meet specific production requirements.
• Finishing Work: Smooth, grind, and finish welded components for a clean, durable, and professional result.
• Material Handling: Work confidently with various metals, primarily steel and aluminum.
• Safety and Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-first workspace.
• Documentation: Document completed work and actively support ongoing continuous improvement efforts.
• Team Collaboration: Step in to assist team members with other fabrication and production duties as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: At least 2 years of proven MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints, follow precise technical specifications, and perform basic shop math.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and safety.
• Physical Fitness: Capability to handle the physical demands of an active, hands-on production environment.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Willingness to undergo a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Physical and Environmental Expectations
To thrive in this industrial manufacturing environment, you must be comfortable with the following:

• Lifting and Mobility: Lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted, with regular bending, reaching, climbing, crouching, and standing throughout your shift.
• Work Environment: Working in an active, fast-paced industrial setting that can get loud and hot, especially during peak production periods.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Consistently wearing company-provided safety gear, including eye/hearing protection, gloves, and safety-toe boots.
• Visual and Manual Dexterity: Strong hand-eye coordination and solid depth perception, focus, and color vision to ensure welding precision.
• Stamina and Teamwork: Endurance for long production shifts, basic communication skills, and a collaborative, safety-first mindset.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting Pay: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with additional retirement benefits
• Life Insurance: Company-provided life insurance policy
• Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement within a stable, highly essential manufacturing sector