What are the responsibilities and job description for the MIG Welder position at Trueline?
Trueline's client, a growing manufacturer of precision steel components, is seeking a MIG Welder to join their team in Biddeford, Maine. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday day-shift role ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on fabrication work, values quality craftsmanship, and wants to be part of a close-knit, safety-first environment.
What You'll Do as the MIG Welder:
Weld and fabricate tubular steel components to precise customer specifications
Interpret work orders, mechanical drawings, and Bills of Materials
Measure and inspect parts throughout the process to ensure quality and consistency
Set up welding equipment and ensure all safety precautions are in place before starting work
Perform preventive maintenance and daily safety checks on tools and equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
Recommend process or workflow improvements to boost efficiency and output
Follow quality control protocols, including in-process inspection of dimensions, materials, and finish
Complete additional tasks as needed to support production and team goals
Must-Haves as the MIG Welder:
High school diploma or trade school certificate, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication techniques
Ability to read and follow mechanical drawings and detailed job instructions
Familiarity with Job Travelers, cut lists, and basic shop math (fractions/decimals)
Skilled with measurement tools including tape measures, calipers, and gauges
Physically able to stand, lift, bend, and work in a manufacturing environment for a full shift
Willingness and ability to use PPE including safety glasses, welding gear, and hearing protection
Able to become certified in MIG welding, overhead crane operation, and pallet jack use
Nice-to-Haves as the MIG Welder:
Previous experience in a steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing setting
Knowledge of metallurgy, heat expansion, and weld distortion
Familiarity with OSHA safety protocols and lean manufacturing practices
Our Client Offers:
Steady weekday schedule with reliable hours
A clean, organized, and safety-first shop environment
Supportive team culture focused on quality and accountability
Opportunities for skills development and internal advancement
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.