Welder / Metal Fabricator

Asahi America

Lawrence, MA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Construction

Full Time

Job Description

Know Your Way Around a Welding Shop? We Should Talk.

At Asahi/America, we're looking for an experienced Welder / Metal Fabricator who takes pride in their craftsmanship, knows how to read a blueprint, and can turn raw materials into finished products built to exact specifications.

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys working with metal, solving fabrication challenges, and seeing the results of their work. We need someone who can handle production welding with consistency and precision but also has the experience and confidence to take on custom fabrication projects from layout through completion.

What’s The Job?

As our Welder / Metal Fabricator, you'll cut, fit, assemble, and weld metal components to meet customer specifications and production requirements. Initially, you'll focus on fabricating steel tubing skids for one of our customers, using established drawings and fixtures to produce consistent, high-quality assemblies.

But this isn't strictly a repetitive production welding position. As our fabrication needs evolve, you'll also take on projects that require independent layout, problem-solving, and the ability to build from technical drawings. You'll work with a variety of metal fabrication tools and equipment, using your experience with both MIG and TIG welding to deliver quality workmanship.

What You Will Own.

You'll take responsibility for producing accurate, high-quality metal assemblies, from measuring and cutting materials to fitting, aligning, welding, grinding, and inspecting finished work. You'll interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication specifications to ensure every component meets dimensional and quality requirements. You'll set up and operate welding equipment, cutting tools, grinders, and other fabrication equipment while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.

You'll also troubleshoot fabrication challenges, identify and correct quality issues, and work closely with your supervisor and teammates to meet production schedules and customer expectations. Whether you're working from an established fixture or laying out a custom project, you'll be expected to bring the same attention to detail, efficiency, and pride in your work.

What Separates You From The Rest.

You're more than someone who knows how to run a bead. You're a fabricator who understands the entire process — from reading the drawing and laying out the material to fitting, welding, and delivering a finished product you can stand behind.

You bring at least six years of hands-on metal welding and fabrication experience, with strong skills in both MIG and TIG welding. You're comfortable working with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals, and you know your way around blueprints, weld symbols, shop measurements, and fabrication equipment. You have experience working with fixtures and jigs, but you can also measure, lay out, and fabricate components independently when the job calls for it.

Most importantly, you take ownership of your work. You don't cut corners, you don't pass problems along to the next person, and you don't need someone looking over your shoulder to make sure the job gets done right. You work safely, pay attention to the details, and understand that quality craftsmanship is what separates a good welder from a great one.

Welding certification is required, and candidates must demonstrate proficiency in MIG and TIG welding, including a practical skills assessment if requested. Massachusetts-approved Hot Work training is also required; candidates who have not completed it must do so within their first week, before performing hot work.

Why You'll Love Working Here.

At Asahi/America, you'll have the opportunity to put your fabrication skills to work in an established manufacturing environment where quality and craftsmanship matter. You'll be part of a team that values experience, practical problem-solving, and doing the job right. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance from day one, a 401(k) with a generous company match and immediate vesting, continuing education reimbursement, and opportunities to expand your skills as our manufacturing capabilities continue to evolve.

Quality products. Trusted partnerships. Proven success — that’s Asahi/America.

Compensation Transparency.

Salary Range: $31.00 – $39.00 per hour Plus Bonus.

The pay range shown represents what we expect to offer in good faith for this role at the time of posting. The final offer will depend on several factors—such as education, experience, certifications, skills, performance, shift, location, and business needs. We review our ranges regularly to ensure fairness and market competitiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity.

Asahi/America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

\nCompany Description

For more than 50 years, Asahi/America has helped industries solve demanding flow-control challenges with advanced thermoplastic solutions. Our valves, piping systems, and fabricated products are used in critical applications ranging from water treatment and chemical processing to semiconductor and industrial manufacturing. What has kept us moving forward is more than our products — it’s our people. We bring together technical expertise, innovation, and a commitment to doing things better for our customers and each other. If you’re looking for a place where you can contribute, keep learning, and see the impact of your work, there’s a place for you at Asahi/America.

Quality products. Trusted partnerships. Proven success — that’s Asahi/America.