Experienced TIG/MIG Welder – First Shift

Why Join Sacoma?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• First Shift schedule
• Weekly pay
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunities
• Climatized manufacturing facility
• Unlimited employee referral bonus program
• Stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities
• Team-oriented culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do

• Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding on mild steel, stainless steel (304 & 439), and aluminum
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions
• Fit and weld assemblies according to specifications
• Plan work sequences and determine tooling and material requirements
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality and customer specifications
• Operate fabrication equipment and hand tools, including grinders, drills, and pneumatic tools
• Maintain welding equipment and consumables to maintain efficient production
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of TIG and MIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience welding mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Strong blueprint reading and print interpretation skills
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality welds with excellent attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent attendance and a strong work ethic
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to successfully complete an in-house weld test

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• AWS Welding Certification
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and material handling
• Safe operation of welding and fabrication equipment while maintaining production and quality standards

Physical Summary

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use his/her hands, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, or kneel.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordingly.