Welder

ZipRecruiter; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturing company in Erie looking for a skilled Welder. As a Welder, you will work on various metal components and ensure quality through precision welding techniques. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this is an opportunity to advance your skills in a growing industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental

Life insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of welding experience with a focus on TIG welding.
• Experience with laser welding is a plus.
• Proven track record of high-quality welds.

Responsibilities

• Utilize various welding techniques and equipment to join metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine welding requirements.
• Inspect welded joints to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical drawing interpretation

Welding safety protocols

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in welding

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $18.00 - $26.00

About Us:

ISM is one of Erie's Premier Contract Manufacturers. We specialize in high quality metal component parts and serve a variety of industries, including medical, agricultural and automotive. We are committed to precision, innovation and excellence in all our manufacturing processes. Our commitment to excellence drives us to invest in the latest technologies and provide continuous professional development opportunities. Join us to work on exciting projects, develop your skills, and be part of a company that is dedicated to quality, safety, and employee satisfaction.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a talented experienced Welder to utilize hand-welding, robotic welding, laser welding, and soldering or brazing equipment to join metal components, fill holes, or seams in metal products. This includes setting up, operating, and tending to fabricated metal parts. Must be able to deburr, weld prep, assemble and weld various parts using blueprints and be able to follow welding procedures (TIG, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW). This role requires attention to detail, the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, and a strong understanding of welding safety protocols.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and metal thickness.
• Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
• Align and clamp workpieces together, using rules, squares, or hand tools, or position items in fixtures, jigs, or vises.
• Weld on a variety of metals including stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, ensuring proper settings and techniques are used.
• Inspect welded joints and structures to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain welding equipment in good condition and perform regular maintenance checks.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time and with high precision

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in welding .
• Minimum of 3 years of welding experience, with a focus on TIG welding.
• Experience with laser welding is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality welds.
• Familiarity with welding equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

*Will be required to undergo and pass an in-house welding qualification test*

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
  
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental.
• Vision reimbursement
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.