Welder

AppleOne Employment Services

Akron (OH)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Welder in Akron, OH. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and proficiency in MIG welding techniques. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, setting up welding equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring weld quality compliance. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and basic math skills are necessary. This role offers a contract employment type, suitable for individuals seeking mid-senior level positions.

Qualifications

Proficiency in MIG welding techniques, experience with Flux-Core/Innershield is a plus.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
Familiarity with welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME, API).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments.
Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions.

Responsibilities

Interpret drawings, process sheets, shop orders and specifications.
Set up and operate arc and acetylene equipment and welding machines.
Inspect and test welds for quality and compliance.
Maintain equipment and perform routine maintenance on welding tools.

Skills

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Willingness to assist others

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

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Our client, a large manufacturer is seeking a Welder in their Akron location.

• Interpret drawings, process sheets, shop orders and specifications to determine methods and techniques to be applied.

• Set up and operate arc and acetylene equipment, spot welding machine, hand and machine burning equipment and other related equipment to perform production operations.

• Set up and operate welding equipment. Set current, amperage, gas pressures and regulate time and pressure controls. Select rod, wire, tips, electrodes for specific job at hand. Adjust and control wire feed.

• Position burners and adjust for height and heat. Position and secure work on table, plate, fixture, power positioner with clamps, stops or other holding devices.

• Fit and position parts in accordance with drawing specifications.

• Tack weld as necessary. Check and inspect for adherence to dimensional tolerances.

• Perform pre-weld operations such as drill holes on a drill press or straightening parts on a straightening press

• Maintain equipment and work area. Clean, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery

• Inspect and test welds for quality and compliance. Use visual inspection and tools (e.g., calipers, gauges) to ensure welds meet standards and tolerances

Skills:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Willingness to assist others.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Proficiency in MIG welding techniques (experience with Flux-Core/Innershield a plus)

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols

• Familiarity with welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME, API)

• Basic fabrication and metalworking skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments • Ability to work with forklift and overhead crane

• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions