Fabrication Technician / Welder

Are you looking for more than just a job—a place where your contributions make a real impact, and your success is shared with your team? At Cogent, Inc., an employee-owned company, we’re proud to offer exactly that. We’re seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, hardworking individual to join our team.  If you're driven by a combination of problem-solving skills, and a desire to help others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! This position is based out of our Riverside Missouri facility.

What You’ll Do

As a Fabrication Technician / Welder, you will play a mission-critical role in keeping our customers up and running! You’ll use your expertise, abilities, and problem-solving skills to fabricate and repair equipment to bring positive results for customers while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily responsibilities will include but are not limited to reading and interpret blueprints or digital models.
• Move steel with a forklift and overhead crane.
• Cut material to size using a band saw, cutting torch or grinder.
• Layout parts and prep material for welding.
• Setup machines and weld carbon and stainless steels with GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW processes.
• Weld in all positions
• Pass various types of visual and nondestructive inspections on completed work
• Follow safety regulations and PPE requirements
• Maintain a neat and clean work area
• Must supply welding hood and hand tools
• Work alone or as a team
• Continuous learning of products, applications, technology, market conditions and competitive advantages.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Desire and ability to work in a fast paced and continuously changing field
• Ability to work overtime on short notice
• High level communication and organization skills, as well as a positive attitude towards customer service
• Solid basic computer knowledge
• Works well independently or with a team
• Ability to manually lift and maneuver heavy objects, parts, equipment and materials
• Ability to work under little supervision
• Customer-first attitude
• Ability to work outdoors under extreme weather conditions
• Adaptable and comfortable with changing environments and protocols, understanding other duties might be required

Preferred:

• Degree from a Technical or Vocational school in pipe and structural welding
• Previous experience in industrial construction or maintenance

Why Work With Us?

At Cogent, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. Our people make the difference, our shared values define us as a team and bring our vision to life. Together, our team of employee-owners is committed to helping build healthy and prosperous communities through creatively engineered solutions for our customers.  We are a growing Midwest company that provides fluid processing solutions serving the local Industrial, Municipal, Commercial Building Trades, Oil and Gas markets through our family of trusted brands.

We Offer

• Employee Ownership (ESOP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays & Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
• A Culture That Values Innovation, Collaboration, and Respect

Make Your Mark with Cogent

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to work in a company where your efforts are recognized, your voice is valued, and your professional growth is supported. As an employee-owner, you'll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates innovation, accountability, and shared success.

Apply today and help us build something exceptional—together!