Welder

Skilled Trades

Fairfield, OH Contract To Hire Aug 18, 2026

STRUCTURAL WELDER Department: Manufacturing / Fabrication

Location: Fairfield, OH — On-site Role Type: Full-time, 1st Shift

About Our Client This is an established metal manufacturing and fabrication operation supporting a wide range of industries, including construction, transportation, energy, and defense. The company is known for producing precision-welded components and assemblies to customer specifications, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

Job Description We are seeking experienced Welders to join a 1st shift team in Fairfield, Ohio. In this role, the welder will follow blueprint specifications to fabricate and weld parts and components according to customer designs, ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards. The position plays a key role in the plant's production output, working collaboratively with other team members to keep projects moving efficiently and on schedule. This is a great fit for a welder who takes pride in precision work and wants steady, first-shift hours with a stable manufacturing employer.

Schedule Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow blueprint specifications to weld and fabricate parts according to customer designs
• Align, fit, and weld components to meet required specifications
• Set up and operate welding equipment, hand tools, and other metalworking equipment
• Verify completed components meet design and quality requirements
• Interpret and analyze drawings and schematics to fabricate components accurately
• Maintain detailed production and quality records as required
• Follow all established safety and quality procedures
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas
• Work collaboratively with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency

Required Experience/Skills

• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics
• Familiarity with welding tools and metalworking equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to follow safe work practices and established procedures
• Ability to lift raw materials and components weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to successfully complete a welding certification test during the interview process
• Must be able to pass AWS D1.1 and D1.3 weld certifications within the first few weeks of employment

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous AWS certification

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Up to $40 per hour + benefits

APPLY NOW! Join an established manufacturing team offering steady 1st shift hours and hands-on welding work. *Connect with your Catapult Recruiter: Kailyn Hartley, directly at [email protected] *

Welder | AWS D1.1 | AWS D1.3 | Welding Certification | Fabrication | Blueprint Reading | Metal Manufacturing | Fairfield OH