Gas Metal Arc Welder

O'Neal Manufacturing Services; Ambridge (Beaver County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neal Manufacturing Services in Ambridge seeks a Gas Metal Arc Welder to join our fabrication team. You will use MIG welding to fabricate and repair steel components, read blueprints, and work in a dynamic shop environment.

The role emphasizes precision, safety, and adherence to quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma, MIG welder certification, and the ability to read drawings. Training and apprenticeship opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• MIG welder certification required or preferred.
• Vocational training or relevant experience added advantage.
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to guide welding.
• Weld to join, fabricate, and repair metals using MIG/flux-core methods.
• Inspect welds for structural integrity.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols.
• Prepare materials and configure welding machinery as needed.
• Support safety and quality initiatives.
• Perform other assigned tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

MIG welder certification

Vocational training

Tools

MIG welder

Flux-Cored Arc Welder

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking a proficient Gas Metal Arc Welder to join, fabricate, and repair steel components utilizing MIG welding techniques in a dynamic setting.

Main Duties

• Employ various welding methods to join, fabricate, and repair metals.
• Review blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to execute precise welding operations.
• Perform inspections on welds to ensure they're structurally sound.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols.
• Prepare materials and configure welding machinery or automation as necessary.
• Potential requirements for apprenticeship or formal specialty training.
• Contribute to the safety and quality initiatives by following guidelines.
• Execute other assigned tasks.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Operational skills with forklifts and cranes.
• Competence in reading blueprints and using various hand and measuring tools.
• Aptitude for fractional and metric conversions.
• Deliver high-caliber results to both internal and external clients.
• Capable of operating processing machines.
• Proficiency in English communication.
• Meticulousness is essential.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• MIG welder certification.
• Vocational training or relevant experience is an advantage.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift weight ranging from 20 to 50 lbs regularly.
• Sustained ability to bend, sit, stand, twist, and stoop.
• Active movement over distances of 2-5 miles during shifts.
• Vision 20/30 with adjustments.
• Dexterity in hand and finger movements for object manipulation.
• Adaptability to various internal and external environmental conditions, including temperature changes, loud noises, and equipment vibrations.

Essential Proficiencies

• Conversant with production welding setups.

Equipment Utilized

• MIG and Flux-Cored Arc Welders