Welder

Gilder Search Group; Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus is seeking a Welder in Dallastown, PA to join our manufacturing team. You will weld in multiple positions and read blueprints, applying GMAW and GTAW per AWS/Military specs; oxy-fuel may be required for senior roles.

Candidates should have 2+ years welding experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to stand, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a noisy shop.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Read instructions, prints, or job cards to determine welding requirements.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using GMAW/GTAW per AWS and Military codes; oxy-fuel for senior roles if needed.
• Set welding parameters and electrodes/filler metals for ferrous and non-ferrous metals (steel, aluminum, stainless).
• Inspect welds, perform finishing, and assist with fixture design and debugging of welding procedures.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Reading welding symbols

Blueprint interpretation

Basic math & measurement

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

GMAW

GTAW

Oxy-Fuel welding

Plasma cutter

Grinding equipment

Job description

Abacus is looking to hire a Welder in Dallastown, PA.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives instructions verbally or from job cards and/or detailed prints.
• May be required to perform up to three types of welding processes, including GMAW & GTAW, per various AWS and Military Codes and Specifications. More senior-level positions may also require the ability to Oxy-Fuel weld.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints (drawings) and associated welding symbols.
• Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Assists with and/or constructs welding jigs and fixtures; some layout required. More senior-level positions include designing the layout.
• Selects proper welding parameters and electrodes/filler metals for the particular type of metal to be welded, which may include ferrous and non-ferrous metals (i.e., aluminum, steel, stainless steel).
• Performs tack welding and Oxygen/Fuel torch for heating and cutting.
• Chips, grinds, and cleans welds as necessary.
• Performs other tasks associated with welding, such as joining preparation, clamping, measurement verification, inspection of completed welds, and providing a count of finished pieces.
• To check work, use test equipment (i.e., fixed gages, fillet weld gages, pressure gages).
• Senior level position aids in designing and debugging new welding fixtures; assists in establishing and qualifying welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Uses various tools and machines, including GMAW, GTAW welding equipment, automatic welding gun, plasma cutter, oxygen/fuel torch, various grinding apparatuses, and other tooling and equipment as needed.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and hoists.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to read routings.
• Basic computer skills required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years minimum related experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Shop floor environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e., machine motors).
• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.