Welder

Knowles Precision Devices; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

401k

Onsite physician

Employee referral program

Job summary

Knowles Precision Devices is seeking a skilled Welder to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on TIG and Laser welding of components with thicknesses from .040” to .25”, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet critical weld specs.

You will work with calipers, micrometers, and scales, follow safety protocols, and collaborate with the team to drive continuous process improvement in a dynamic, quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in TIG welding of thin gauge sheet steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding callouts.
• Knowledge of metals and alloys and their properties.
• Familiarity with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) and inspection practices.
• Commitment to safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality welds using TIG and/or Laser processes.
• Read blueprints and welding callouts to guide fabrication.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and scales for inspection and verification.
• Operate welding equipment and occasional flame-cutting equipment.
• Ensure fixturing and fit-up prior to welding for proper alignment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with teammates to improve manufacturing processes.

Skills

TIG welding

Laser welding

Blueprint reading

Metals knowledge

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Thin-gauge welding

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

Oxyacetylene torch

Job description

Job Description

Overview: Responsible for Welding (TIG and Laser) components with varying thicknesses from .040” to .25”.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality welds using TIG and/or Laser processes.
• Knowledge of metals and characteristics of different alloys.
• Read and understand blueprints and welding callouts in designs.
• Use various measuring methods and tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and scales.
• Operate manual welding equipment and flame-cutting equipment such as oxyacetylene torch or similar for cutting, heating, or brazing.
• Conduct assessments to verify critical weld requirements are met.
• Understand fixturing and use of tools to achieve proper fitment of parts prior to welding.
• Proper use of all necessary safety protocols and personal protective equipment
• Communicate effectively to work in a team environment to ensure safe and efficient work and help drive continual improvement.

Job Prerequisites

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proficient in tig welding thin gauge sheet steel and aluminum is necessary.

Education Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Flexible PTO
• Paid holidays
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k):
• Basic Life Insurance
• Onsite Physician
• Employee Referral Program

Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence.