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Welder/Fabricator

@ Koch Enterprises
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Caledonia, Michigan, United States
$25-$34/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Weld products, Read blueprints, Operate fabricating machines
Requirements Summary:2+ years welding and fabrication experience or technical training; read blueprints; MIG welding proficiency; high school diploma; safety conscious
Technical Tools Mentioned:MIG welding, read blueprints, grinders, saws, drills, cranes, hoists, forklifts
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Job Description

Welder/Fabricator
Location: Caledonia, MI
Company: PriceWalgren, a Koch Finishing Systems company

PriceWalgren, part of Koch Finishing Systems, is a custom engineering and fabrication company serving the Aerospace and Automotive industries. We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our team. In this role, you’ll weld and fabricate metal structures and custom assemblies according to engineered fabrication drawings, contributing directly to the high-quality equipment our customers rely on.

Schedule: Day Shift, Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Pay: $25+/hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

  • Weld and fabricate finished metal products and custom assemblies

  • Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols for fabrication

  • Verify specifications through material measurements and calculations

  • Conduct tests to evaluate weld quality and tolerance

  • Assemble, weld, and finish structures and sub-assemblies, including filing and burring

  • Set up and operate fabricating machines (cutting, forming, punching, drilling)

  • Maximize material usage while meeting production schedules

  • Collaborate with team members to meet quality and delivery goals

  • Operate and maintain MIG welding equipment independently

  • Safely operate shop equipment including hoists, cranes, and forklifts

  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 2+ years of welding and fabrication experience, or formal technical training

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings

  • Proficiency with MIG welding and common shop tools (grinders, saws, drills, etc.)

  • Ability to safely operate cranes, hoists, and forklifts (training provided if needed)

  • Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • AWS or equivalent welding certification

  • Experience welding structural tube and pipe

  • Familiarity with TIG welding and other advanced techniques

  • Prior experience in a custom fabrication or equipment manufacturing environment

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work from limited direction

Why Join Us

At PriceWalgren, a Koch Finishing Systems company, we know our success depends on the skill and dedication of our team. We offer:

  • Competitive pay starting at $25+/hour

  • Steady day shift schedule, Monday–Friday, no weekends

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • A clean, safe, and well-equipped shop environment

  • Opportunities for training, certification, and career growth

  • The stability of a company with over 140 years in the finishing systems industry