Welder

McClarin Composites; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

AD&D

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

McCLARIN Composites seeks an experienced Welder for the 1st shift at our Hanover, PA facility. You will weld polypropylene fittings and components onto tanks and assemblies, reading drawings and work orders to ensure strong, water-tight joints.

Responsibilities include operating fusion equipment, inspecting weld quality, and maintaining tools. The role requires 1–3 years in welding or plastic fabrication and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED or equivalent industrial experience.
• 1-3 years of industrial welding or plastic fabrication experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to join plastic pipes and sheets using butt fusion, electrofusion, or socket fusion methods.
• Use hand-held plastic extruders and hot air guns to fill gaps and create durable bonds.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work orders to fabricate tanks, enclosures, and ductwork.
• Cut, bevel, clean, and clamp plastic components to exact specs prior to welding.
• Inspect welds for structural integrity and compliance with standards.
• Maintain welding machines and tools, and keep a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Drawing interpretation

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

What We Do:

At McCLARIN, we manufacture composites essential to the world’s most innovative and efficient buses, trucks, trains, RVs, construction and farm equipment. These end-use channels enhance human experience to drive, ride, construct, farm and enjoy nature.

Through collaboration, we create both processes and products in any way, shape or form that contributes to a decarbonized and circular economy. McCLARIN scouts and adopts new ways to make the molding process more sustainable. We shape materials into high-quality and high-performance products. We form value through combined effort with our customers and stakeholders.

What We Need:

We are looking for an experienced Welder that will be responsible for welding polypropylene fittings and other components onto polypropylene products such as storage tanks to complete the overall product for delivery to the customer. This is a 1st shift position located at our Industrial Dr. Hanover, PA plant.

A Day in the Life of:

• Operate equipment to join plastic pipes and sheets using butt fusion, electrofusion, or socket fusion methods.
• Use hand-held plastic extruders and hot air guns to fill gaps, seam plastic panels, and create strong, durable bonds.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work orders to fabricate custom plastic tanks, enclosures, and ductwork.
• Cut, bevel, clean, and clamp plastic components to exact specifications prior to welding.
• Inspect welds for structural integrity, waterproof integrity, and compliance with industry standards.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on welding machines, hand tools, and extrusion equipment
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

What Makes You Qualified:

• HS Diploma/GED or equivalent industrial experience.
• 1-3 years of industrial welding or plastic fabrication experience.

Must Haves:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude to understand and interpret drawings
• Ability to meet commitments under pressure
• Highly organized and motivated

So, What’s in It for You?

• A benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, Life Insurance and 401(k)
• A culture of Optimism, Respect, Transparency, Inclusion, Servant Leadership, Purposeful Engagement, Accountability, Mutual Benefit, and Self-Actualization
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays and 1 personal day

Who We Are:

McCLARIN Composites provide the future-forward pathway for transformation in mobility, transport, energy, agriculture, housing and the built environment. Since our founding in 1953, the world has changed significantly. We believe it is our responsibility to lead with purpose – not just in composites - but also in our communities and the environment. We gather the signals of our employees, customers, market and society to guide us. From these signals, we develop disruptive products from concept to commercialization with the lightest sustainable footprint.

McCLARIN Composites is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We promote and celebrate a diverse workforce and do not tolerate any discrimination. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal/Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodation during the application and interview process is available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to [e-mail]. All potential hires are subject to pre-employment checks which include but are not limited to background checks, pre-employment physicals and drug screenings.