Aerospace Welder — Precision & First Shift

Onealmfgservices; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilcraft in Hebron, KY is seeking experienced aerospace welders for the first shift. This on-site role requires reading blueprints, selecting materials, measuring and cutting to spec, and welding to tolerance.

Candidates should be able to pass welding certifications and operate precision measuring tools. Ideal applicants will have vocational welding training and a strong eye for quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School / GED preferred.
• Vocational welding training required.
• Completion of welding course in vocational school.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and source materials for projects.
• Measure and cut materials to specifications.
• Weld using appropriate materials to join metals.
• Inspect finished work against blueprint tolerances.
• Pass welding certification tests as required.
• Operate measuring instruments and maintain equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Measuring tools

Sourcing materials

Precision grinding

Math skills

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Education

High School / GED

Vocational welding training

Tools

Measuring instruments

PPE equipment

Job description

Skilcraft - Experienced Aerospace Welders (FIRST SHIFT)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: SKILC009589

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• Posted : April 9, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Hebron, KY 41048, USA

• Travel Required : No

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reading and understanding blueprints prior to starting a project
• Sourcing the materials to be used in the project
• Measuring and cutting materials to specifications
• Welding materials using the correct materials to join the metals together
• Checking finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints
• Able to pass various welding certification tests
• Works with conventional and precision measuring instruments
• Performs process inspection, certification, and documentation
• Maintains welding equipment through maintenance activities

Grinding and Finishing:

• Skilled at grinding
• Finishes product through us of various manual and power grinding tools
• Performs routine maintenance on grinding equipment

Preferred and Required Qualification:

Education:

Preferred - High School / GED

Required – Completion of Vocational school / Machine Trade school welding

course

Job Skills and Abilities:

• Possess the practical / technical knowledge required to perform the job
• Basic math ability and understanding of mechanical principles used in sheet
• metal fabrication
• Mechanical ability
• Ability to use measuring instruments to produce parts within decimal

Job Skills and Abilities continued:

• Must be able to do conversion to and from metric
• General understanding of production, work process and operations Demonstrates proper decision-making skills when needed
• Independence/ Reliability – Performs work with little or no supervision and can be trusted regarding task completion and follow-up.
• Creativity/ Initiative – Propose ideas, find new and better ways of doing things, seek out new assignments and assume additional duties when necessary.
• Adherence to Policy – Follow safety and conduct rules and other regulations. Adhere to company policies
• Teamwork – Willing and demonstrate the ability to cooperate, work, and communicate with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, and/ or outside contacts
• Dependability – Punctual, observes prescribed work breaks/ meal periods and has an acceptable overall attendance record

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands listed here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must be able to frequently stand up to two or three hours continuously
• Occasionally required to sit, walk, climb stairs, bend, and stoop
• Must be able to reach and grasp parts repeatedly throughout the day
• Lift 45lbs. minimum and up to 60lbs. by self and up to 120lbs. in a “buddy” lift

Specific Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Environment Conditions:

• Aerospace fabrication shop conditions
• Welding environment requiring specific Person Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Exposure to dirt, dust, and noise and extremes of heat or cold
• Employees work in semi proximity with others

Travel Required

No .

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