MIG Welder

Chatham-Kent, ON, Canada
Chatham, ON, Canada

Hourly Rate: $24.00 – $40.00/hr (Highly dependent on experience and weld test performance). · Full-time

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Pay: Hourly Rate: $24.00 – $40.00/hr (Highly dependent on experience and weld test performance).
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 13, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 14, 2026

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# MIG Welder & Fabricator

Location: Southwestern Ontario (Middlesex/Chatham-Kent Area)

Engagement: Full-Time, Career-Track (Performance-to-Perm options)

We are seeking skilled MIG Welders & Fabricators to join a leading heavy equipment manufacturer known for its "person-first" culture and clean, organized shop environment. This role focuses on the structural fabrication of high-accountability machinery and heavy-duty components.

Work Scope & Responsibilities

Structural Fabrication: Execute high-quality MIG welds on mild carbon steel for heavy-duty frames, conveyor systems, and industrial components.
Precision Work: Perform multi-pass welds on heavy steel, adhering strictly to blueprints and engineering specifications.
Quality Standards: Collaborate with the on-site Quality Team for weld sign-offs. We prioritize 10/10 structural integrity and durability.
Shop Excellence: Contribute to a safe, well-kept environment where safety and efficiency are paramount.

Compensation & Total Rewards

Hourly Rate: $24.00 – $40.00/hr (Highly dependent on experience and weld test performance).
Production Bonus: $2,000 annual potential.
Retirement: Company-paid contribution $2,100/year.
Benefits: Comprehensive Health & Dental (Family and Single options).
Culture: Significant investment in modern leadership and career stability

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience: Proven expertise in MIG welding on heavy-gauge steel.
Technical Skills: Ability to read/interpret blueprints and engineering specs fluently.
Mindset: Career-oriented individual looking for a long-term "shop home" with internal growth opportunities into leadership or specialized machining.

Interview Process

On-Site Interview: Sit-down with the Operations Manager and Facility Supervisor.
Technical Evaluation: 1.5-hour session including a Weld Theory Exam and a Practical Weld Test.

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Responsibilities

Fabricate heavy-duty frames, conveyor systems, and industrial components by performing high-quality MIG welds on mild carbon steel, including multi-pass welds on heavy steel. Follow blueprints and engineering specifications, coordinate weld sign-offs with the Quality Team, and help maintain a safe, organized shop.

Requirements

Candidates should have proven experience MIG welding heavy-gauge steel and be able to interpret blueprints and engineering specifications. The hiring process includes an on-site interview and a 1.5-hour technical evaluation with a weld theory exam and practical weld test.

Skills

MIG Welding
Structural Fabrication
Heavy-Gauge Steel Welding
Multi-Pass Welding
Blueprint Interpretation
Engineering Specifications
Weld Quality Inspection
Weld Testing
Weld Theory
Shop Safety

Benefits

Production Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance

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Keywords

MIG Welding
Mild Carbon Steel
Heavy-Gauge Steel
Structural Fabrication
Heavy Equipment
Heavy-Duty Frames
Conveyor Systems
Industrial Components
Multi-Pass Welding
Blueprints
Engineering Specifications
Weld Sign-Offs
Quality Team
Structural Integrity
Weld Theory Exam
Practical Weld Test
Shop Safety
Manufacturing
Career Development
Leadership Opportunities
Specialized Machining

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