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Collins Machine

Experienced Heavy Industrial Welder

NORTH CHARLESTON, South Carolina

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
22 Sept 2026

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the posting

Join Our Team as an Experienced Welder

  • Collins Machine Works is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Welder to support both production and maintenance welding. In this role, you’ll perform high-quality welding, operate and monitor heat treatment furnaces, and directly contribute to the efficiency and success of our operations.
  • DAY AND NIGHT SHIFT OPPORTUNITY IS AVAILABLE

Applicant Requirements

Applicants must be U.S. citizens with access to DoD facilities. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Medical Clinic Access

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance provided by company

Voluntary Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Term Life, Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential

Primary Responsibilities

Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW.

Apply welding techniques including submerged welding, oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, electro-slag, pulse MIG, and TIG.

Operate, maintain, and monitor heat treatment furnaces daily.

Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and templates.

Maintain compliance with company welding procedures, WPS processes, and safety standards.

Complete required training and maintain certifications, including Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).

Use hand tools and instruments safely and effectively.

Assist team members as needed and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

3–5 years of heavy industrial welding experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant training and demonstrated aptitude will also be considered.

Ability to read blueprints, technical instructions, and precision measuring tools.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for basic document creation and spreadsheet updates.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Willingness and ability to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.

Commitment to safety, compliance, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Physical Demands

Lift and move up to 50 lbs. as required.

Regularly stand, walk, reach overhead, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs.

Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Use a computer regularly for work tasks.

Work Environment

The work environment is representative of the conditions encountered while performing essential job functions. Noise levels are typically moderate to high. Collins Machine Works and CMMC Machine, LLC are committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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