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Welder/Fabricator

Racine, WI 53406

Posted: 02/04/2026 Industry: Welding/Fabricating Job Number: 47222

Job Description

Must have CWI certification. Mig and tig, prototyping, fixturing, blueprint reading. Must have worked in a job shop in the past- not structural welding

 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements

• Set up components for welding according to specifications (i.e., cut material with powered saws to match measurements)

• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded

• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)

• Produce strong, clean welds

• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

• Perform other duties as assigned

 

 

Education and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a welder, preferably in a manufacturing environment

• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA, etc.)

• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)

• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.) Must have own face-shield

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs

• Professional Certification (i.e., an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus

Meet Your Recruiter

Gary Herb
Recruiter

With over 20 years of recruiting experience and 10+ years in HR management, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a detail-driven approach to helping candidates and clients succeed. I pride myself on being proactive, staying ahead of deadlines, and fostering open communication and collaboration across the team. My goal is simple: build strong relationships through transparency, follow-through, and client-focused solutions.

Outside of work, you’ll find me spending time with my dog, hitting the golf course, or exploring new restaurants — because great food is always worth the hunt!

Halpin Company Profile

Halpin Staffing Services is an established staffing agency in southeast, WI with locations in Racine, Kenosha and Burlington. We staff for a variety of roles and industries including manufacturing, light industrial, administrative, professional and technical. We serve both small and large businesses based on need.

Benefits of working with Halpin Staffing Services:

  1. Permanent Job Opportunities: Halpin staffs for all types of scenarios, the majority being on a full time, permanent basis!

                             Direct Hire | Temp to Hire | Contract/Temporary

  2. Employee Benefits: health insurance offered after probationary period. Vacation and holiday pay available to employees based on hours criteria. 401k available to employees after 1 year.

  3. Large Client Base: Halpin has been staffing in southeast Wisconsin for 20+ years. During this time, our client base has become quite extensive and ranges from southern parts of Milwaukee, northern, IL and west to the Janesville/Beloit areas. With over 500 clients/prospects throughout these areas, working with Halpin gives job seekers a huge advantage as our network quickly becomes yours!

  4. Employee/Employer Relationship: Halpin recruiters pride themselves on getting to know their candidates/employees in order to build a strong working relationship. Over the years we’ve received great feedback from employees who feel this sets us apart from other staffing agencies.
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