Welder

Entry-Level Welder / Fabricator (Employee-Owned) Location: Kansas City, MO | Type: Full-Time

About Us We are a 100% employee-owned leader in material handling and warehouse solutions. We specialize in refurbishing and customizing industrial storage systems. Because we are employee-owned, our team members have a direct stake in the company's success.

The Role We are looking for a motivated Entry-Level Welder to join our Kansas City fabrication shop. You will focus on MIG welding, metal fabrication, and reconditioning used equipment to meet "like-new" standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Welding: Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on carbon steel racks, beams, and mezzanines.
• Fabrication: Use grinders, band saws, and hand tools to cut, prep, and finish metal components.
• Reconditioning: Repair and modify used equipment to custom specifications.
• Blueprints: Read basic shop drawings and layouts to ensure accurate builds.
• Safety & QC: Inspect welds for quality and maintain a clean, OSHA-compliant workspace.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills: Basic MIG welding experience (Tech school or 6+ months shop experience).
• Tools: Proficiency with tape measures, grinders, and metal saws.
• Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a shop environment (non-climate controlled).
• Mindset: An "owner's mentality"-reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

Benefits

• Ownership: Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Growth: Hands-on mentorship and training in a stable industry.
• Full Package: Health/Dental/Vision/Life, 401(k) match, and Paid Time Off.

salary: $45,000 - $47,000 per year shift: First work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

• MIG Welding: Perform standard MIG (GMAW) welding on carbon steel components.
• Reconditioning: Repairing used equipment (like pallet rack uprights or beams) by cutting out damaged sections and welding in reinforcements or new steel.
• Customization: Modifying standard inventory to meet specific customer dimensions, such as shortening beams or adding custom brackets and baseplates.
• Grinding & Finishing: Using angle grinders and sanders to smooth out welds and prep surfaces for the painting department.
• Physicality: Being able to stand for 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Environment: Working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse/shop environment (hot in summer, cold in winter).

The essential functions of this role include:

wearing steel toe shoes

working in a non-temperature controlled environment

Skills

Mig

Communication

Qualifications

Years of experience: 1 year

Experience level: Entry Level

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.