Welder

Job Title: Welder – Transformer Manufacturing

Department: Metal Fabrication

Work Location: Panama City, FL

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About Central Moloney: Since 1949, Central Moloney (CMI) has been a trusted name in manufacturing and distributing transformers and transformer components. ISO 9001 certified and rooted in quality and innovation, we’re proud to power progress across the industry. At our Panama City, FL facility, we’re more than a team—we’re a community of makers, problem-solvers, and doers shaping the future of energy.

About the Role: As a Welder on our Metal Fabrication team, you play a hands-on role in building the core of our products—pole-mounted transformers. Your skill with metalwork and precision welding helps bring our high-performance components to life. This is a great opportunity to join a legacy of craftsmanship, grow your technical skills, and be part of something that truly powers communities.

🔧 What You’ll Do:

As a Welder at Central Moloney, you’ll bring precision and skill to every weld—helping craft the essential components that power communities. Your day-to-day will include:

• Welding and fabricating metal parts to spec using MIG techniques
• Reading blueprints and following detailed instructions to ensure quality and accuracy
• Cutting and shaping metal to meet job requirements
• Smoothing and finishing welded components for a clean, durable result
• Working with different metals, including steel and aluminum
• Maintaining a clean and safety-first work environment
• Documenting your work and supporting continuous improvement efforts
• Jumping in to assist with other duties as needed—teamwork matters here

✅ What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of MIG welding experience
• Ability to read blueprints, follow specs, and perform basic math
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Physically fit to perform hands-on work in a production environment
• Willingness to undergo a background check, drug test, and physical

🔩 Physical & Work Environment Expectations

To thrive in this role, you'll need to be comfortable with:

• Lifting & Mobility: Lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted, and regularly bending, reaching, climbing, crouching, and standing throughout your shift.
• Work Environment: Our facility can get loud and hot, especially during peak production. You'll be working around industrial equipment in an active, fast-paced setting.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): We provide and require eye and hearing protection, gloves, and safety-toe shoes to keep you safe on the floor.
• Physical & Visual Abilities: Manual dexterity and good vision (close-up, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment) are needed for accuracy and safety.
• Endurance & Teamwork: This role requires stamina for long shifts, basic math, and strong communication skills to work effectively with your team.
• Safety First: We take safety seriously—you’ll follow all protocols and speak up if something looks unsafe.

💰 Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay starting at $22+ per hour (commensurate with experience)
• 100% employer-paid medical & dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life insurance & additional retirement benefits
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within a stable, essential industry

⚠️ Important Note

This is a safety-sensitive position. Due to the nature of the work, any impairment—such as from drugs or alcohol—could pose a serious risk to yourself or others. Focus, awareness, and adherence to safety protocols are critical.

🌍 Equal Opportunity Employer

Central Moloney is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other protected status.

We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.