Flash Welding Operator

Software Placement Group; Barkhamsted (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group seeks a dependable Flash Welding Operator in Barkhamsted, CT. This on-site, full-time role requires careful adherence to a defined process, strong safety awareness, and manual handling of hardware and parts for the flash welding operation.

Training in the welding process will be provided, with potential opportunities to support CNC or automatic machinery to meet production needs as workload permits.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow a strict process.
• Commitment to safe work practices and procedures.
• Ability to understand work instructions and document records clearly.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized welding.
• Dependable, team-oriented and flexible to production needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform the flash welding process according to approved instructions and procedures.
• Lift, move, and position hardware and parts for welding with proper handling.
• Verify settings and part positioning before operating equipment.
• Monitor operations and report equipment or quality issues to leads.
• Complete production records and maintain traceability.
• Follow all safety procedures and keep the work area orderly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Mechanical aptitude

Dependability

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

CNC training

Automatic machinery

Job description

Location: Barkhamsted, CT | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

An established manufacturer is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Flash Welding Operator to perform a specialized electric welding process within its production operations. This hands-on role requires careful adherence to a defined process, strong safety awareness, and the physical handling and positioning of hardware, components, and parts. Training in the specific welding process will be provided, and operators may also be trained to support CNC or automatic machinery to meet production needs.

What you'll do

• Complete required training and perform the flash welding process according to approved work instructions, operating procedures, and process requirements
• Lift, move, load, align, and position hardware, components, and parts for welding, using approved handling methods and lifting equipment as required
• Follow the prescribed welding sequence and verify required settings, setup, and part positioning before operating equipment
• Monitor the welding operation and promptly report equipment concerns, process deviations, or suspected quality issues to the appropriate lead or quality team
• Complete required production and process records accurately and maintain part identification and traceability as instructed
• Follow all trained safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and maintain an orderly work area
• Work with the process lead and quality team to support consistent results, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
• Support other manufacturing duties when welding workload permits; learn to operate CNC or automatic machinery as assigned and following training and authorization

Required qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow a strict, repeatable process without skipping required steps
• Commitment to safe work practices and willingness to learn and consistently apply equipment and handling procedures
• Ability to understand work instructions, complete required records, and communicate production or quality concerns clearly
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn a specialized welding process and additional manufacturing equipment
• Dependability, teamwork, and flexibility to support changing production needs
• Ability to perform the essential physical duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

Why this role

This role offers hands-on training in a specialized welding process along with the opportunity to expand skills on CNC and automatic machinery to support broader manufacturing needs.