Welder

Welder FabricatorCompensation: Up to $28.00 per hourLocation: Lansing, MIShift: Monday to Friday:1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:30 PMCompany Overview:We are a leading provider of complete machining and fabrication solutions, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service. We assist with project needs from design concept through installation support.Full-Service Fabrication and Machine Shop:CNC LathePrecision Conventional LathesOverhead CraneShears, Press BreakMIG and TIG weldingSteel Carbon and AluminumPlasma CuttingPosition Overview:We are seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator to fabricate and assemble metal components according to blueprints and technical drawings. This role offers growth and advancement, with potential for temp-to-hire placement for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities:Fabrication and Assembly: Weld together metal components of products such as steel bars, steel and aluminum details, fabrications, and plates using MIG/TIG welding equipment.Electrode Handling: Obtain specified electrode and insert it into the portable holder or thread consumable electrode wire through a portable welding gun.Equipment Connection: Connect cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse as specified by Welding Engineer or Technician.Power Supply Management: Start power supply to produce electric current for welding.Arc Formation: Strike arc to generate heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpiece, joining edges of workpiece.Welding Guidance: Manually guide electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.Welding Positions: Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.Examine Welds: Inspect welds for bead size and other specifications.Filler Rod Application: Apply filler rod manually to supply weld metal.Workpiece Preparation: Clean or degrease weld joint or workpiece; prepare broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces.Repair and Assembly: Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes, position and clamp workpieces together, and assemble them in jig or fixture.Tack Assemblies: Tack assemblies together as needed.Weld Cleanup: Chip off excess weld, slag, and spatter; preheat workpiece with hand torch or heating furnace.Skills and Qualifications:Experience: Minimum 1 year of MIG & TIG welding experience.Mechanical Knowledge: Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve fabrication issues.Technical Proficiency: Proficient in operating plasma cutting and machining equipment.Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.Standards: Familiar with metal fabrication codes and standards.Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Benefits:Dental, health, and vision insuranceShort-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and life insurancePaid time off and holidaysProfessional development assistanceRetirement plan (Simple IRA with 3% employer match after 1 year)Tool account and payroll deduction for tool purchasesHow to Apply:Apply now or contact FasTemps Staffing Solutions at 517-855-2020 for more information. Join our team and contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment!Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insurance