Welder

Hohmann & Barnard; Chester Springs (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hohmann & Barnard Inc in the United States seeks a welding operator to set up and operate welding machines, inspect finished products, and keep production on track. You will lift materials, verify counts, record readings, and help with related shop tasks to support a fast-paced manufacturing line.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, welding experience or training, and basic computer skills. Proficiency in English is required, and sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED.
• Experience: Welding experience or trained on welding processes.
• Computer: Basic software skills training available.
• Certificates: Welding certifications are recommended.
• Language: Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding machines for production.
• Examine products for quality conformance.
• Monitor equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Lift raw materials, finish goods, and packaging by hand or hoist.
• Record production data and counts, gauge readings and times.
• Prepare materials for processing and separate defective items.
• Maintain clean work areas and assist in other shop/office/warehouse tasks.

Skills

Welding experience

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hohmann & Barnard Inc

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Essential Functions

• Set up and operate various welding machines. Duties include supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Operate welding machinery used in the production process.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
• Verify counts on finished products to determine if product orders are complete; mark or tag identification on parts; load and unload items from welding jigs, machine stands, & turntables.
• Assist helpers performing duties of lesser skill, giving time constraints to all work procedures throughout the manufacturing process, and cleaning work areas and equipment.
• Clean and replace expendable machine parts as needed.
• Record information such as the number of products tested, production readings, and dates and times of product production.
• Start machines or equipment in order to begin production processes.
• Separate products according to weight, grade, size, and composition of materials used to produce them.
• Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting, or wrapping.
• Remove products, machine attachments, and waste material from machines; pack and store materials and products.
• Tie products in bundles for further processing or shipment, following prescribed procedures.
• Transfer finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas of plants and warehouses, by hand or using hand trucks.
• Signal coworkers to direct them to move products during the production process.
• Prepare raw materials for processing; measure amounts of products, length of articles, to ensure conformance to specifications; read gauges and charts, and record data obtained
• Pack products and product parts during processing; separate defective products for reprocessing.
• Clean work areas, machines, equipment, vehicles, and products.
• Wear many hats and may be asked to assist with other areas in the shop/office/warehouse.

Position Qualifications

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Welding experience of some type or has been trained on specific welding processes

Computer Skills: Ability to be trained to learn basic computer skills, as well as to become proficient in company specific software.

Certificates & Licenses: Welding certifications are recommended.

Other Requirements: Proficient in English.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. If you now and in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B), you will not be considered eligible for this position.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.