Welder

Manufacturing Inc; Pomfret (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturing Inc in Pomfret, CT is seeking a motivated Welder to join our on-site team. You will assist in joining, fabricating, and repairing custom assemblies made from metals, using GTAW, GMAW, MIG and TIG processes.

This fast-paced manufacturing role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of hands-on metal experience, blueprint reading, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Competitive pay: $24–$32 per hour, dependent on position and shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant hands-on experience working with various metals, including exotic alloys.
• Basic familiarity with core joint setup and manual welding techniques.
• Physical ability to work 100% onsite in a dynamic production environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain proficiency operating shop equipment to assemble structural components and perform precision welding tasks based on job specifications.
• Assist with setting up, adjusting, and maintaining specialized equipment, including MIG and TIG power sources.
• Execute clean structural seams using standard ARC equipment and specialized wire feeders.
• Assist in fabricating and assembling component parts, custom fixtures, and shop equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and drawings to determine exact joint geometry and assembly requirements for structural metals.
• Perform quality checks visually and dimensionally using precision measuring tools to ensure parts conform to strict engineering tolerances.
• Maintain an orderly, clean work area while strictly adhering to all company safety protocols and Manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality checks

On-site work

Metal joining

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GTAW

GMAW

ARC

MIG

TIG

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Welder to join our operational team 100% onsite. In this role, you will assist in joining, fabricating, and repairing custom assemblies made from standard and specialty metals. Working in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment, you will operate various production tools, build proficiency in GTAW and GMAW processes, and gain hands-on experience in precision metal joining.

Competitive Pay: Compensation is determined by candidate experience, education, certifications, and specific job-related skills. $24- $32/hr+ depending on position and experience and shift.

Responsibilities Include:

• Gain proficiency operating shop equipment to assemble structural components and perform precision Welding tasks based on job specifications.
• Assist with setting up, adjusting, and maintaining specialized equipment, including MIG and TIG power sources.
• Execute clean structural seams using standard ARC equipment and specialized wire feeders.
• Assist in fabricating and assembling component parts, custom fixtures, and shop equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and drawings to determine exact joint geometry and assembly requirements for structural metals.
• Perform quality checks visually and dimensionally using precision measuring tools to ensure parts conform to strict engineering tolerances.
• Maintain an orderly, clean work area while strictly adhering to all company safety protocols and Manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant hands-on experience working with various metals, including exotic alloys.
• Basic familiarity with core joint setup and manual Welding techniques.
• Physical ability to work 100% onsite in a dynamic production environment.

Preferred:

• Professional Welding certification from an accredited institution.
• Direct setup or operational experience with GTAW (precision tungsten processes) and GMAW (wire-feed systems).
• Working knowledge of stick/manual ARC processes, alongside manual MIG and TIG techniques.
• Demonstrated ability in fabricating structural assemblies using shop geometry and basic trigonometry.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document workflow and routine reports.
• Strong mathematical capabilities and reading comprehension for technical instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints.
• Solid understanding of quality standards within modern Manufacturing.

What's In It for You

• Hands-on Technical Growth: Broaden your knowledge of advanced GTAW and GMAW applications while receiving mentorship from skilled fabricators.
• Diverse Process Exposure: Enhance your expertise across multiple joining methods, including manual ARC, high-speed MIG, and fine-precision TIG.
• Career Advancement: Work with specialized alloys, expand your blueprint reading skills, and build a long-term technical career in high-precision metal fabrication.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.