Industrial Weldor

Midwest Press & Automation LLC is a fast-paced, rapidly growing, company servicing the metal forming industry. We are a full-service repair shop who works primarily with metal forming presses and related equipment.

MPA is looking for a candidate able to perform weld repairs on mechanical components as well as perform light to heavy fabrication work. Responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• Pad weld worn components such as shafts and machine ways without defect.
• Cut out cracks in machine casting and fabrications using oxyacetylene torches and carbon arc.
• Grind and chip to prepare components for welding.
• Build gas fired furnaces for thermal stress relief, monitor temperatures.
• Use best practices to minimize stress and distortion in welded components.
• Use GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, & GTAW all position welding processes on mild and alloy steels.
• Ability to braze weld is preferred but not required.
• Able to follow basic blueprints and written instructions as it pertains to fabrication/repair.
• Work at heights, confined spaces while exercising safe work practices.
• Setup and fixture fabrications
• Knowledge and practice of pre & post (stress relieving) heating procedures
• Ability to rig using an overhead crane and fork trucks.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Work out of town and occasionally overnight as needed (overnight shift premium $6/hr.) with per diem and company vehicle.

Education, qualifications, and certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical training and certifications a plus.
• Welding test to assess basic welding skills at an interview.
• A candidate may not possess all the requirements above, a certain degree of training is available for the right individual.

Experience

• Formal welding training
• Machine or press repair experience is a plus.
• Compensation is based on ability and experience.

MPA employs some of the best individuals in our line of work. We go to great lengths to make sure our team is taken care of. Benefits include:

• Wage range $20-$40
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Paid vacation & holidays

We pride ourselves on our close-knit, relaxed atmosphere. Although we are a fast-paced and high-volume organization, it still has the feel and culture of a smaller company

Salary : $20 - $40