2nd Shift Welder

Welder – 2nd Shift (4-Day Workweek) | Lake City, MN 

Join a company known nationwide for building high-quality material handling products — and a workplace that values its people. Valley Craft Industries is a stable and growing metal manufacturing company with 70+ years of success. We’re hiring a Welder to join our Lake City team building high-quality material handling products used nationwide.  

One of the top Industrial Cabinet makers in the world!  

Schedule: 3:30 PM – 2 AM (OT as needed) 

Requirements: 

• 1+ year MIG welding experience (TIG a plus) 
• Metalworking knowledge & quality focus 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs 

Why You’ll Love Working at Valley Craft 

• 4-day workweek — Fridays as needed only 
• No evenings or weekends (great work-life balance) 
• Competitive pay + $1,000 sign-on bonus 
• Clean, safety-focused shop environment 
• Friendly, collaborative team culture 
• Real opportunities for advancement 
• One of the top Industrial Cabinet makers in the world!  

What You’ll Do 

• Fabricate daily production and custom orders 
• MIG and/or TIG welding to quality standards 
• Set up and operate welding equipment and machinery 
• Position materials using jigs, fixtures, and measuring tools 
• Maintain productivity targets (3 cabinets per hour) 
• Follow work instructions and safety procedures 
• Support light machine maintenance as needed 

What We’re Looking For 

• 1+ year of MIG welding experience (TIG a plus) 
• Knowledge of metalworking equipment and processes
• Ability to read basic blueprints (training provided) 
• Strong attention to quality and safety 
• Willingness to work occasional overtime as needed 
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check 

Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status. 

Valley Craft is a company based in Minnesota. Founded in 1953 with the introduction of the first hand truck with a brake, Valley Craft has grown to be a world-class manufacturer known for producing material handling, storage, and safety solutions that truly stand the test of time.

Our commitment to building only the most rugged and reliable products – together with a relentless and uncompromising dedication to customer satisfaction is what sets Valley Craft apart.

Through thoughtful and intelligent design, we have helped transform the way people work. Over the years, we have helped solve some of the most complex material handling challenges. We help our customers to become better organized and to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently. As our breadth of products continues to evolve with every new innovation, our core values stay the same:

Professional Grade Quality.... Built to Last.... Made in the U.S.A.