JOB DETAILS

Welder

CompanyJones Metal Inc
LocationMankato
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 10, 2026
About The Company
Jones Metal is a third-generation, woman-owned business dedicated to operational excellence, delivering high-quality metal fabrication on time to our partners and building leadership from our legacy. Thanks to over 80 years in the industry, we understand the unique challenges of metal fabrication and take pride in always meeting—and exceeding—partner expectations. Our experience with power generation, nuclear power generation, renewable energy, agriculture, heavy construction equipment, automotive and U.S. Military projects has equipped us with the background and experience needed to meet technical specifications for your most complex metal fabrication needs. When you work with Jones Metal, you’re working with a dedicated, expert team that is committed to your success as if it were our own.
About the Role

Description

  

Do you enjoy solving challenges? Are you flexible and agile? Do you appreciate collaboration and have experience in fabrication, machining, welding, engineering or business? You may thrive at Jones Metal. 


ABOUT JONES METAL – Leadership from Legacy


Since 1942, Jones Metal has been known for precision metal fabrication. It’s a legacy we’re proud of. Today, we’re committed to building on that legacy to lead the industry with the expertise of our team and precision manufacturing processes to provide our customers with the highest quality custom fabrication for the best value.


OUR CORE VALUES


Kindness – Grit – Positivity – Ownership - Helpfulness 


WELDER - 1st SHIFT

Mon-Thurs 6am-4:30p


SUMMARY: Responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer’s drawings, specifications, and requirements.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

  1. Position, align, fit, and weld parts following blue prints and layout specifications using jigs and hand tools.
  2. Examine parts for all defects and measure parts with a variety of measurement tools to ensure conformance with specifications.
  3. Weld components in flat and vertical positions using MIG and TIG processes.
  4. Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
  5. Selects torch tips and filler material according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
  6. Performs quality inspections within the welding department.
  7. Performs work in accordance with established operational standards and processes.
  8. Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Successful completion of an internal math assessment and weld test.
  • Ability to use tools ranging from common hand and power tools including grinders and cut off wheels to measuring instruments such as a tape measure and gauges.
  • Knowledge of welding equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steels alloys aluminum, etc.
  • Computer skills as they pertain to this job including but not limited to: Microsoft Office
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • High School degree, diploma or a general education degree (GED);
  • Twelve months welding experience or, certificate/degree in welding;
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is subject to change as the needs of Jones Metal Products, Inc. and the requirements of the job change.

Key Skills
MIG WeldingTIG WeldingBlueprint ReadingPrecision MeasurementMetal FabricationHand ToolsPower ToolsQuality InspectionMicrosoft OfficeTime Management
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineering
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Responsible for preparing, welding, and finishing metal parts according to customer drawings and specifications. Duties include aligning components using jigs and performing quality inspections to ensure conformance.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$26 - $31
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
65
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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