Welder - Contract

Principle Accountabilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• Read and interpret blueprints or job orders to determine specifications of the job.
• The ability to hold fabrication tolerances at +/- 1/16" (or better) is a must.
• Set up material which will be stainless sheet metal, tubing, and other forms of stainless steel.
• Perform tack or set up welds using a TIG welder.
• Utilize measuring tools as required: tape measure, caliper, machinist square, protractor, OD micrometer, etc.
• Verify weldments conform to drawings and specs and make corrections as required.
• To weld on a broad range of metals and alloys for a wide variety of complex precision assemblies, involving a considerable amount of welding to high strength and pressure requirements.
• Weld parts, components, frames, and weldments per drawings.
• Finalize everything with a TIG welder welding so end result is seamless.
• Accurately produce frames within required tolerances and squareness.
• Grind and polish all sharp edges on workpieces as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Skills And Experience

• At least 5 years' experience as a TIG welder with the ability to fabricate in a job shop environment.
• Experience with steel or mild steel, material ranging from 1/16" up to ½."
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints without assistance.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Able to operate a bending brake press.
• Able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Leveling and squaring ability (without the assistance of others).
• Able to occasionally push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds by oneself.
• Able to bend and rotate body repeatedly.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Frequently required to grasp, handle/feel objects, control/manage tools, and use hands/arms.
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why Choose IPG?

• We are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork.
• We develop innovative solutions that protect the world.
• We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
• We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities.
• We offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed.