Welder - Day Shift

About the role

TBEI – Lake Crystal is a cutting‑edge manufacturer of Class 3–8 truck bodies and truck and trailer hoists, specializing in municipal and utility applications. With a global distributor network, our products are trusted by everyone from landscape professionals to the U.S. Military. We’re growing—and we want you to grow with us. Why Join Us? Average 10–20 hours of overtime per month, stable schedule with long weekends, competitive pay and robust benefits starting quickly.

Location: On‑site – 52182 Ember Road, Lake Crystal, MN 56055

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding equipment to weld and assemble truck bodies, hoists, and fabricated parts (including robotic welding equipment, as applicable).
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and measuring devices.
• Make welding equipment adjustments as needed to meet quality and production standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives by following process flow and remaining flexible to support team needs.
• Rotate between machines and jigs within the job area as required by scheduling, team needs, or safety recommendations.

Skills

• Ability to perform basic math for measuring, assembling, and problem‑solving.
• Ability to read and understand complicated instructions, blueprints, and work orders.
• Basic computer skills for simple data entry.
• Ability and willingness to learn and operate multiple machines and jigs.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate welding ability and successfully pass required welding certifications.

Requirements

• Ability to manually move products and materials up to 50 pounds through regular physical activity, including climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Ability to stand and work in various positions for several hours at a time.
• Work is primarily performed on concrete surfaces, ladders, and inside dump bodies.

Pay

Wages: $22.00–$30.00 per hour
$1.00/hour stainless steel premium (when applicable)
Pay Type: Non‑exempt, hourly (bi‑weekly pay)

Schedule

Schedule: Four (4) 10‑hour days, Monday–Thursday
Overtime as needed on Fridays

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with eligible health plan)
• Health Care FSA and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Limited‑Purpose FSA (with HSA enrollment)
• Employee Assistance Program (E