Steele Solutions
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At Steele Solutions, you'll build more than quality products, you'll build a career.
1st and 2nd shift available
2nd Shift Premium $2.00 per hour
What's In It for You?
At Steele Solutions, you'll build more than quality products, you'll build a career. Join a growing organization that values craftsmanship, safety, continuous improvement, and employee development. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on large structural steel projects that make a visible impact across the country.
Competitive pay based on skill and experience.
Career growth opportunities within fabrication and leadership paths.
Stable, growing company with long-term opportunities
Safety-first culture.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Employee-focused work environment.
Opportunity to work with an experienced team on complex structural steel projects.
Position Summary
The Welder II / III is responsible for independently setting up, fitting, and welding structural steel components and assemblies according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This position requires advanced blueprint interpretation, strong welding skills, and the ability to perform complex fabrication work with minimal supervision. The Welder II/III serves as a key contributor to production goals while supporting safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, specifications, and work orders to determine fabrication requirements.
Independently plan and execute welding and assembly operations with limited supervision.
Lay out, fit, align, assemble, and secure structural steel components using measuring and fixturing equipment.
Perform high-quality MIG welding utilizing .045 wire and other welding processes as required
Select proper welding parameters, tooling, fixtures, and equipment based on project requirements.
Weld a variety of structural steel components in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Evaluate fit-up conditions and make necessary adjustments to ensure product quality and dimensional accuracy.
Inspect completed welds and assemblies for compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
Utilize tape measures, squares, calipers, and other precision measuring devices to verify dimensions and tolerances.
Identify and communicate quality concerns, material defects, or process improvements.
Assist in training and mentoring Welder I employees and new team members.
Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Accurately complete production documentation and quality records.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Operate overhead cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment safely.
Perform other duties as assigned.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Welding certification preferred (AWS certification is a plus).
Welder II: Minimum 3 years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience welding structural steel and heavy-gauge materials strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
Technical Skills
Blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation.
Strong knowledge of welding procedures, fabrication methods and quality standards
Ability to perform complex fit-up and fabrication work independently
Proficient with measuring tools and quality inspection equipment
Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and continuous improvement practices preferred
Ability to identify root causes of fabrication or welding issues and recommend corrective actions
Serve as a technical resource for less experienced welders.
Assist supervisors with training and onboarding new employees
Promote safety, quality, and productivity best practices
Help drive continuous improvement efforts within the fabrication department.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and lift throughout the shift.
Ability to work in varying positions while welding and fitting components.
Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
Close vision, depth perception, and attention to detail
Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
Manufacturing and fabrication shop environment
Required use of PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear.
Frequent exposure to welding fumes, moving equipment, elevated noise levels, and steel fabrication processes.
If you're an experienced welder who takes pride in quality workmanship and wants to grow your career with a company that recognizes talent and promotes from within, we encourage you to apply.
“Steele Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We are committed to maintaining a lawful workforce and verify employment eligibility for all newly hired employees in accordance with federal requirements.”
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