Welder - 1st Shift
NEW PAY RATES! $24.00 - $26.40 PER HOUR
*Position is subject to potentially transfer to 2nd shift at a later date due to business demands
Be the spark behind the strongest trucks on the road—join our welding team and make your mark!
Location: Rydal, GA
Make any day a pay day with on-demand pay!
Your Impact - Big and Bold!
You’ll expertly operate welding equipment to fuse aluminum, steel, and galvanneal components that form the backbone of our truck bodies. Your precision and skill ensure every truck we build is tough, durable, and ready to hit the road. Ready to be part of a team that powers America’s fleets? This is your moment!
The more you learn, the more you earn!
We promote almost 100% of our production leaders from within. Most start their leadership career in this welder role or general laborer/assembler role.
What a Day in Your Life Looks Like:
Blueprint Interpretation: Master the art of reading and interpreting blueprints to weld metals with pinpoint precision—delivering exactly what customers and the company demand
Heavy Equipment Operation: Take control of heavy equipment like saws to expertly prepare materials, powering the build process with skill and safety
Machine Setup & Maintenance: Own machine setup and preventative maintenance to keep production running smoothly and efficiently without a hitch
Quality Inspection: Sharpen your eye to inspect every weld for defects and flaws—ensuring every piece meets top-tier quality standards
Welding Techniques & Certification: Expand your expertise by learning and applying multiple welding methods, earning certifications that set you apart as a true pro
Safety & Quality Compliance: Lead the way with rigorous safety and quality checks, guaranteeing flawless results every time
Safety Policy Adherence: Be a safety champion by consistently following and promoting all safety policies to protect yourself and your team
What You Bring to the Table:
Weld Test Proficiency: Must successfully pass a weld test to demonstrate skill and quality
Material Expertise: Proficient in welding mild steel and galvanneal materials
Experience & Training: Minimum of 6 months welding experience or completion of welding school training
Technical Skills: Solid grasp of basic math, tape measurement, and computer skills essential for precision
Tool Handling: Basic experience with hand tools to support welding tasks
Measurement Understanding: Able to accurately understand and apply measurements on the job
Blueprint Literacy: Competent in reading and interpreting blueprints for specialized welding applications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED required
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
What Sets You Apart:
Previous experience in manufacturing
Previous experience working on truck bodies
Physical Requirements:
Step into the heart of our fast-paced manufacturing plant, where every task drive progress. In this hands-on role, you'll be on your feet—standing for extended periods, walking, and using your hands to operate tools and equipment with precision. Clear communication is key, so you'll be regularly required to talk and listen as part of a safety-focused, team-driven environment. You’ll also lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical movements like bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and occasionally crawling in tight spaces. Repetitive hand tasks and climbing ladders or working at heights are part of the role.
Why Morgan? Because You Deserve the Best:
With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all — and we do it with passion and precision.
See our story: A History of Morgan
We offer:
Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)- your health matters
401(k) with company match — because your future matters
Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
Paid holidays and vacation time —…