Journeyman TIG Welder/Fabricator

Bring your proven skills as a TIG Welder/Fabricator to an organization where you will enjoy competitive pay, 100% company paid medical and dental, and 401(k) with up to 4% company match at one of the largest and best kept manufacturing facilities in Northwest Arkansas.

Company Overview

Founded in 2003, NXA began its journey as a family-owned business specializing in process and utility piping work. Over the years, we have grown and diversified into two separate companies, expanding our offerings to include a comprehensive range of high-quality products and solutions. Today, NXA operates as its own entity, designing and fabricating custom stainless-steel equipment with an emphasis on products for the food, beverage, and dairy industry.

As an industry leader, we hold our team members to the highest standards, ensuring that we hire the best talent available. Our reputation for work safety, meeting deadlines, delivering quality products, and staying within budget underscores our commitment to excellence. As a family-owned business, we also understand the importance of investing in our team members and giving back to our local community.

Why you should join the NXA Team:

• Competitive pay with opportunity for advancement – as the company grows, you can move up the ranks. We are a career driven company where there are very real and achievable advancement opportunities.
• Phenomenal Leadership – the owner of the company has over 40 years of experience in the industry. He has built the company on a strong foundation and continues to invest in the company by purchasing the latest technology and equipment in the industry. As a leader in the industry, we hold our team members to an elite standard by hiring the best of the best.
• Safety – We strive to keep a clean and safe working environment.
• Great Work Culture – Join a team of highly skilled tradesman that work very well together because of the team-based mentality.
• Arkansas Business of the Year Finalist in 2020
• 2022 Diversity in the Workplace Award
• Voted Best Manufacturer in the 2022 Arkansas Best of Biz Awards
• Committed to Sustainability: 2021 Mayor’s Environmental Stewardship Award | Green & Sustainable Business of the Year.
• Top 10 Best Places to Live in the U.S.: Fayetteville has been ranked in the top 10 “Best Places to Live” according to the U.S. News & World’s Annual Reporting list for a consecutive 8 years in a row.

Responsibilities

• Build weldments & assemblies, from layout of raw materials to finished products
• TIG weld components using industrial metal shop equipment
• Use proper welding procedures/techniques for the given task, such as, weld prep, machine settings, purging, and appropriate filler selection base on material grade/thickness
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Weld test required to demonstrate TIG welding proficiency and skill
• 10 plus years of experience in welding/fabrication
• Exceptional stainless-steel fabrication skills, including layout, cutting, grinding, forming, fitting, TIG & MIG welding
• Basic mechanic and math skills
• Ability to read a tape measure and use a protractor
• Must be able to read and interpret design drawing prints
• Able to properly & safely rig large components, and operate a forklift
• Willingness to work overtime or occasional weekends as requested to meet deadlines and customer expectations
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repeatedly
• Valid driver’s license
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check

Benefits & Compensation:

• Affordable Health Care with three options to meet different healthcare needs and budgets after 60 days
• Dental Coverage- premium paid for team member; payroll deduction for dependents after 60 days
• Vision, STD, LTD, Accident, Critical and Life Insurance- payroll deducted after 60 days
• 401K up to 4% match after 60 days
• Virtual Health/Mental Health- Paid for team members and dependents starting date of hire
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.