Welder - Aluminum & SS: 1st Shift

JB Poindexter & Co; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welder/Weld Trainee to join their dynamic team in Reading. In this role, you will provide essential welding support for both standard and special assembled service bodies. Your expertise will contribute to the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process, ensuring that structural metal components are welded according to specifications. With over 65 years of experience, this company offers a vibrant work culture and a chance to grow within a rapidly expanding network. If you are passionate about welding and ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

10 paid holidays

Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discounts

Paid Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and pass tape measure testing.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural components as specified by blueprints or instructions.
• Monitor fitting and welding processes to maintain quality.
• Cross train on multiple welding workstations as needed.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Manufacturing Experience

Tape Measure Testing

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

How You Will Make an Impact

A Welder/ Weld Trainee provides welding support as part of a team working on either Standard and/or Special assembled service bodies as well as small parts.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Weld together structural (Aluminum and Galvanized Steel) metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt components parts to obtain required configuration and positions for welding.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
• Complete inline quality inspection of work and maintain weld quality in accordance to established quality guidelines.
• Complete welding station tasks in accordance to established tak time (if applicable).
• Cross train on multiple welding workstations and perform required tasks in multiple stations when needed to fill staffing gaps.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools including welding equipment.

Required Credentials

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to pass tape measure testing.
• Ability to read blueprints (if applicable to the line).

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program.
• Paid Training and Development Programs.

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.