Job Description

Build A Career That’s Made to Last.

O’Neal Manufacturing Services is one of the largest family-owned metal fabrication companies in the United States. For over 100 years, we’ve built more than just metal – we’ve built trust, careers, and lasting relationships. We are committed to helping every team member grow, learn, and achieve more. Let’s Build Things – Together.

Position: MIG Welder

Pay: $18-$22/hr Paid Weekly + $4/hr shift differential
Schedule: Training for first 3-6 weeks is on Monday - Thursday 5am - 330pm. Then moves to Mon-Thurs 330pm-2am

Position Summary: The Mig Welder I is responsible for fabricating, joining, and repairing steel components using advanced gas metal arc welding techniques and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safety Commitment:

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• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.

• Welding Requirements:

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• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.

• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine appropriate welding process.

• Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness.

• Prepare materials and setup for welding equipment or robotic devices as needed.

• Complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in specialty areas as required.

• Quality and Accuracy:

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• Ensure error-free work for internal and external customers.

• Follow established processes to support safety and quality programs.

• General Duties:

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• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Work under direct supervision.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Relevant experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred.

• Must be able to pass and maintain MIG Welder certification.

• Basic critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to operate forklifts and cranes. Must maintain certifications for required equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints.

• Proficiency in using hand tools (hammer, pliers, screwdriver, wrench, drill, grinder, bander).

• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, box calipers, slide dial calipers, and micrometers.

• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and metric to English measurements.

• Ability to produce high-quality work.

• Capable of setting up and operating one or more processing machines.

• Ability to speak, write, and comprehend conversational English.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, including walking 2-5 miles per shift.

• Ability to bend, sit, stand, twist, and stoop repeatedly for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25lbs – 50lbs from floor to waist and front carry up to 25lbs – 50lbs, repeatedly per shift.

• Ability to reach overhead, squat, kneel, and climb short ladders or steps.

• Ability to maintain coordination of hand and finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects with precision.

• Ability to read labels, follow safety and standard operating procedures, and communicate effectively in an industrial environment.

• 20/30 vision with the use of corrective lenses.

• Subject to environmental conditions that occur indoors and outdoors which include, but are not limited to:

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• Exposure to changing temperatures, loud noises, and vibration from use of equipment.

• Hazards: proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat, and exposure to chemicals.

• Atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mist, gas, or poor ventilation that may affect the respiratory system or skin.

• Oils: air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.