Welder
Thompson Fabrication · Wheatland, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$20–$24/hrFull-time
Why This Job
We build sealed containers where the weld quality is the priority — no shortcuts, no leaks, no comebacks. If you take pride in a clean bead and want to work alongside other skilled welders who hold the same standard, this is a shop where that craftsmanship actually matters and gets noticed. You'll work in a tight 2–3 person crew, moving containers down the line, with real ownership over your section of the work. This is not entry-level. We're looking for welders who already know their way around a MIG gun and don't need to be taught the basics.
What You'll Be Doing
- Running .045" and .052" bare wire MIG on container fabrication, completely welding up units after tacking
- Welding side posts, stitches (tack to tack, zero holes), end caps, corner wraps, and double-pass hinge welds
- Welding in every position — flat, vertical, overhead
- Grinding welds and end caps to a clean finish
- Reading production schedules and hitting a 1-hour finish-weld target per standard container
- Operating an overhead crane and working from a ladder in and out of containers
What You Bring
- 3–5+ years of MIG welding experience, ideally in fabrication or heavy steel work
- Ability to set up and dial in your own MIG welder rather than working off someone else's settings
- Comfort welding in multiple positions, including overhead and confined spaces
- Working knowledge of plate/gauge thickness (able to tell ¼" from 10 ga., 12 ga.) on sight
- Tape measure proficiency for layout
- Physical ability to lift/carry up to 60 lbs, climb ladders, and work in a constant state of alertness
- Ability to pass a hands-on welding test
- A team mindset — this role runs as a 2–3 person crew and depends on everyone pulling their weight
What Sets Strong Candidates Apart
- Experience with sealed/leak-critical welding
- Speed without sacrificing quality — our benchmark is a clean, sealed container within 1 hour
- Fabrication knowledge beyond welding alone
Benefits
- Health Insurance - 75% covered by the company
- 401k with match
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Company Events