MIG/TIG Welder II – 2nd Shift

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons) – 4x10 Schedule: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM, Monday–Friday with a rotating weekday off. Every 5th weekend off, Friday–Monday.

Environmental Conditions

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
• Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery)
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)

About the Role

As a Welder II, you'll fabricate precision stainless steel laboratory equipment used by pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organizations, hospitals, and research laboratories around the world. The equipment you help build supports the development of life-saving therapies, advances scientific research, improves food safety, and helps create a healthier, cleaner, and safer world.

Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific

• 4x 10-hour work schedule on 2nd shift
• Stable, full-time employment with a global Fortune 100 company
• Work in a clean, safety-focused manufacturing environment
• Temperature-controlled environment
• Build precision products—not heavy structural steel
• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career
• Collaborative team focused on quality and continuous improvement
• Competitive benefits package and paid time off

Responsibilities

• Perform precision MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel components
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and engineering specifications
• Set up and operate welding equipment to produce high-quality welds
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and engineering requirements
• Collaborate with fabrication, assembly, engineering, and quality teams
• Troubleshoot welding or fabrication challenges and recommend process improvements
• Complete production documentation accurately, including router sheets and non-conformance documentation
• Weld and assemble metal components in a temperature-controlled facility
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and productivity
• Assist other manufacturing teams as business needs require

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Welding certification preferred.

Experience: At least one year of hands-on MIG and TIG welding experience preferred. Experience working from blueprints and engineering drawings. Experience performing quality inspections on finished welds. Experience with first-piece inspections preferred. Manufacturing experience in a regulated environment (cGMP) is a plus.

Skills

• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail
• Pride in producing high-quality work
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience setting up and operating welding equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift
• Safely handle tools, equipment, and fabricated components

Pay

$17/hr – $24/hr with 15% shift differential for 2nd shift.

Location: Marietta, OH (Relocation assistance is not available)