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Fabrication Welder MIG

Gulfport, MS 39503

Industry: Manufacturing / Production Job Number: AL55498097 Pay Rate: $22-25 / hour

Job Description

Fabrication Welder (MIG)
Pay: Pay DOE  |  Full-Time  |  Gulfport, MS
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fabrication Welder performs MIG welding and related fabrication work according to blueprints, drawings, and production specifications. The position requires solid welding fundamentals, accurate measurement, quality inspection, and the ability to troubleshoot common welding problems.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Read blueprints, shop instructions, and welding specifications to determine required work.
  • Select the correct fixtures, tooling, materials, and equipment for each job.
  • Set up welding equipment and make necessary adjustments before and during production.
  • MIG weld fabricated parts according to print and quality requirements.
  • Perform additional fabrication processes such as torch cutting, plasma cutting, gouging, or other welding techniques when qualified and required.
  • Inspect the first completed part and verify dimensions and weld quality before continuing production.
  • Use tape measures, steel rules, combination squares, calipers, and weld gauges as applicable.
  • Troubleshoot issues such as wire speed, undercut, pinholes, rollover, weld-tip selection, and equipment settings.
  • Inspect and document completed parts and report rejects or rework requirements.
  • Palletize, tag, count, and stage completed parts for the next production process.
  • Perform routine welder and equipment checks and promptly report maintenance concerns.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • At least one year of MIG welding experience, completion of a welding trade program, or comparable demonstrated welding skill preferred.
  • Ability to read blueprints and weld from prints and specifications.
  • Working knowledge of MIG welding equipment, settings, and common welding defects.
  • Ability to accurately use measuring and inspection tools.
  • Ability to troubleshoot welding quality and equipment-setting issues.
  • Experience with plasma cutting, torch cutting, gouging, or other fabrication processes is a plus.
  • Ability to work safely around welding equipment, fabricated materials, cranes, and rigging.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS
  • Work is performed in an industrial manufacturing environment and may involve noise, moving equipment, metal components, oils, dust, and changing temperatures.
  • Must consistently follow PPE requirements, safe lifting practices, equipment procedures, and all workplace safety rules.
  • Must be able to stand and move for extended periods and perform the lifting, reaching, bending, and material-handling duties required for the position.
  • Must maintain dependable attendance, quality workmanship, productivity, and a team-oriented approach.

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Meet Shane...

Shane s journey with Nextaff began in 2019, when he established a successful franchise in the Kansas City metro area. His experience as a Nextaff franchise owner provides prospective buyers with a completely transparent view of the Nextaff Franchise Opportunity. Prior to his time at Nextaff, Shane led large sales teams in the Financial Services and Medical Device industries, further developing his expertise in leadership and business management.

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Do you play sports?

Basketball! I was fortunate enough to play college basketball all 4 years and in 2013 we won the NCAA DII National Championship.

What do you love most about your current role?

Getting to know prospective franchise buyers. I love hearing about their goals and dreams they want to achieve through entrepreneurship.

What is your favorite color?

Orange! Yes, it is one of Nextaff s main colors but it was my favorite before coming to Nextaff. In the franchising world, I m known as Orange pants guy .

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Meet Cary...

When it comes to operating a staffing firm, Cary has worn every hat. From recruiting, to sales, to management, to ownership, he has been involved in every aspect of running a successful staffing business. He has successfully led three separate companies to the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 lists, which puts him in an elite class of staffing entrepreneurship. Combining that experience with a strong passion for entrepreneurs makes Cary an ideal leader for driving the Nextaff vision.

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Loyal, Driven, Creative

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Do what you said you were going to do.

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