Welder 2nd Shift

ZipRecruiter; Groton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled welder to join their team in Groton, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for welding metal components together, ensuring high-quality fabrication and repair according to blueprints. This role requires proficiency in various welding techniques and the ability to perform fitting and grinding tasks. Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must pass employer performance tests for welding.
• Reads blueprints and performs basic shop math.

Responsibilities

• Operate arc or gas welding equipment for diverse components.
• Secure parts using blocking and clamping.
• Regulate current and voltage for proper metal fusion.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Communication

Job description

Job Description

FUNCTION DESCRIPTION:

1. Welds metal components together to fabricate or repair products, according to blueprints or work orders, using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding techniques.
2. Welds metal parts together using both gas welding and any combination of arc welding processes.
3. Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and adjusts sizes of metal parts; clamps components of fabricated metal products.
4. Must be able to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet weld requirements.
5. Performs own fitting and grinding of assembly parts, as required.
6. Reads blueprints and fabricates from them; performs basic shop math; reads measurement tools; communicates effectively.
7. Requires good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
8. Position involves standing, lifting, reaching, carrying, sitting, and crouching.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operate arc or gas welding equipment along with atmospheric control equipment for hand welding in all positions to meet specifications for mechanical strength on diverse components and assemblies made of steel, stainless steel, or other metals.
2. Secure parts in position using blocking, clamping, or holding to prevent distortion.
3. Operate welding machines, regulating current and voltage for proper metal fusion, and control pressures and gas flows.