Lakewood Machine Products
Welder - MIG
Skills
18 days ago
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$39,520 – $43,680 / year
Location:
Carleton, MI 48117, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
8 October 2026
What they need
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated MIG Welder to join our fabrication team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing high-quality welding operations using Metal Inert Gas (MIG) techniques to assemble and fabricate metal components according to detailed blueprints and technical specifications. Your expertise will contribute to the creation of durable, precise metal structures and products, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality benchmarks.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and fabrication shop drawings to determine welding requirements.
- Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and setting up materials using hand tools and power tools.
- Perform MIG welding (Gas Metal Arc Welding - GMAW) on various metal materials including sheet metal, pipe, and structural components following AWS (American Welding Society) standards.
- Operate fabrication equipment like plasma cutters, pipe threading machines, and rigging tools to assist in assembly processes.
- Maintain a clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols, inspecting welds for quality assurance, and documenting work progress accurately.
- Collaborate with team members on assembly tasks, fabrication projects, and troubleshooting welding issues efficiently.
Experience
- Experience working in fabrication shops with a strong understanding of mechanical fabrication processes preferred.
- Familiarity with interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and mechanical blueprints for accurate fabrication.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols related to welding operations and metal fabrication environments.
- Mechanical knowledge combined with shop math skills necessary for precise measurements and calculations during fabrication tasks.
Call to schedule a weld test if you’re ready to bring your welding expertise into a vibrant manufacturing setting where your skills make a real impact! We value safety first, craftsmanship second-to-none, and continuous improvement in everything we do. This paid position is ideal for those eager to grow their career in metal fabrication while contributing to high-quality projects every day.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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