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Job Description Job Description Aluminum MIG/TIG Fabrication Welder (Production) - Willoughby, OHStep into a hands-on role where your welds power safer jobsites across North America. At Ericson Manufacturing-family owned since 1918-we design and build temporary power, lighting, and safety electrical products. Our purpose is simple: safeguard the jobsite with quality, innovative solutions that are safe, easy to use, and reliable.
A day in this roleYou'll start your shift reviewing mechanical drawings and weld symbols, planning your setups, and selecting the right filler and wire for aluminum, steel alloys, and even the occasional exotic material. From there, you'll fixture parts, dial in parameters (amps, volts, and wire feed), ignite your torch or strike an arc, and create precise welds using processes such as GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), FCAW, PAW, and related methods. You'll grind and finish as needed, verify conformance against samples and specs, clean and stage components for final assembly, and keep your equipment in top condition. Along the way, you'll lend a hand with fixture design, assist with repairs, and take on other duties as assigned.
Core responsibilitiesApply advanced welding techniques and best practices to meet print requirements.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings and weld symbols with accuracy.
Select and use correct wire/filler for various steel alloys, aluminum, and select exotic materials.
Set up fixtures and establish appropriate parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
Perform finish grinding using manual and power tools; clean/prep parts for assembly.
Clamp, tack, heat-bend, bolt, and grind parts to meet technical requirements.
Operate accessory equipment; perform GTAW/GMAW/FCAW/PAW and related processes.
Control fit-up, heating, and welding to minimize distortion, expansion, overheating, and shrinkage.
Inspect completed work and compare to samples/specifications for quality compliance.
Prepare and set up tools/equipment (e.g., SMAW, GMAW, and related welding equipment).
Arrange welded components for assembly using squares, calipers, and rulers.
Maintain welding equipment; assist with fixturing design and production repairs.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.
3-5 years of hands-on welding experience, with emphasis on aluminum MIG and TIG (school + work experience accepted).
Ability to work with limited supervision and complete each essential duty satisfactorily.
Read and understand electrical/mechanical blueprints, production/assembly instructions, parts lists, and notes; follow detailed verbal and written directions.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor issues as they arise.
Preferred: AWS D1.2 aluminum certification (or equivalent). Must be willing to obtain if not currently held.
Physical demandsFrequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, and occasional sitting.
Lifting/carrying up to 75 lbs occasionally; 35 lbs frequently.
Strong hand-eye coordination.
Schedule and overtimePrimary shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Mon-Thu), four 10-hour days.
Expect overtime opportunities based on demand-often on Fridays.
Alternative shift options: 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Mon-Thu) or 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Mon-Thu).
Why EricsonCompetitive compensation.
Full-time role with a stable, family-owned manufacturer committed to safety and reliability.
Worksite address
willoughby, OH, 44094, US
Who can apply
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