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Welding Operator

Worthington Enterprises

West Warwick, RIJob$22–26/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$22–26/hr
Location
West Warwick, RI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Worthington Enterprises is hiring a Welding Operator. The Entry-Level Welding Operator will join the production team, operating welding equipment, assembling metal components, and supporting manufacturing operations. This role requires maintaining safety and quality standards and a willingness to develop skills through company-provided training and certification programs.

Key focus areas include Operate welding machines and related equipment safely and efficiently, Perform MIG, TIG, spot welding, or other assigned welding processes, and Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules.

Successful candidates bring Previous Welding Experience. Important skills include Read Work Instructions, Read Blueprints, Read Production Schedules, Inspect Welded Parts, Maintain Clean Work Area, and Follow Safety Policies. Preferred (not required): Welding, Spot Welding, Lead By Example, and Coach.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Read Work InstructionsRead BlueprintsRead Production SchedulesInspect Welded PartsMaintain Clean Work AreaFollow Safety PoliciesReport Equipment IssuesAssist Team MembersContinuous ImprovementWeldingSpot WeldingLead by ExampleCoachTrainRead Measuring ToolsBasic Mechanical AptitudeAttention to DetailStrong AttendanceReliabilityTeamwork Skills

Qualifications

Prior Welding ExperienceWillingness to Develop SkillsWillingness to Complete TrainingWillingness to Complete CertificationsManufacturing ExperienceProduction Experience

Full job description

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Entry-Level Welding Operator to join our production team. This role is responsible for operating welding equipment, assembling metal components, and supporting manufacturing operations while maintaining safety and quality standards. Candidates must have prior welding experience and a willingness to continue developing their skills through company-provided training and certification programs after hire.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate welding machines and related equipment safely and efficiently

  • Perform MIG, TIG, spot welding, or other assigned welding processes

  • Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules

  • Inspect welded parts for quality, accuracy, and conformance to specifications

  • Load and unload materials and finished products

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area

  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures

  • Report equipment issues or production concerns to supervisors

  • Participate in required internal training and certification programs

  • Assist team members and support continuous improvement efforts

Desired Experience

  • Ability to lead by example, coach and train

  • Previous welding experience required

  • Manufacturing or production experience preferred

  • Ability to read measuring tools, blueprints, and work instructions

  • Basic mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail

  • Willingness to complete company-provided training and required welding certifications after hire

  • Strong attendance, reliability, and teamwork skills

Pay Rate: $22 - 26/hr.

Our Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee’s unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this position or other opportunities within our organization. Apply today to start unlocking your career potential with Worthington Enterprises.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact [email protected].

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products.

The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™, among others.

Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.

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