Welder Class A

Granitestatemfg; Manchester, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Referral program

Overtime opportunities

Career growth in advanced manufacture

Job summary

Granite State Manufacturing in New Hampshire is seeking a skilled welder to fabricate and weld a variety of metals for large, precision components used in defense manufacturing.

You will interpret blueprints, perform welding using TIG, MIG, and stick, and mentor junior welders in a safety-conscious, quality-focused environment.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work on high‑precision, high‑mix projects.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of military and AWS workmanship requirements.
• Deep blueprint reading including weld symbols and datums.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and weld symbols to produce fixtures and weldments.
• Knowledge of NDT concepts and qualification tests.
• Ability to train lower level welders.

Responsibilities

• Welds and fabricates metal parts from sheet to heavy plate using TIG, MIG, stick and brazing as required.
• Interprets blueprints, weld symbols, and machining requirements to weld and create fixtures.
• Collaborates with manufacturing, quality control, and engineering to resolve weldment issues.
• Trains and mentors junior welders.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and adheres to GSM policies.

Skills

Military specs

AWS specs

Blueprint reading

NDT understanding

Welding process expertise GTA/GMA/SMA

Export control/ITAR awareness

Mentoring welders

Tools

Vertical milling machines

Saws

Grinders

Overhead cranes

Job description

Granite State Manufacturing is a leading contract manufacturer of large, complex, precision machined and welded components, supporting the US Navy in building submarines.

We specialize in high-mix, low-to-medium volume production, delivering precision, quality, and on-time performance on custom-engineered products. Our capabilities include:

• Large-format CNC machining
• Heavy fabrication and welding (MIG, TIG, FCAW, SAW)
• Assembly, inspection, and testing
• Program management for complex builds

We are known for handling tight tolerances, complex geometries, and demanding customer specifications.

Our work environment is supportive, providing what our people need to do great work.

POSITION SUMMARY

Fabricates and welds a variety of metals from sheet stock to heavy plate. Welding processes utilized include Tig-Mig-stick and occasional brazing. Work is performed using basic hand tools-jigs-fixtures and precision measuring devices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works independently on fixturing weldments and creates tooling as required for new jobs.
• Interprets blueprints, weld symbols, machining requirements, and datums to weld and create fixtures.
• Works along with manufacturing, quality control, and engineering to solve problems with weldments or prints.
• Trains and mentors lower level welders.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors.
• Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and workers, and collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals.
• Abide by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observe all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Expert level knowledge of military specification and AWS specifications.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles such as how pre/post machining operations are affected by weldments made by the welder.
• In-depth blueprint reading including all weld symbols, machining requirements, and datums.
• Extensive knowledge of NDT (does not have to be a Level II Inspector, but has full understanding of what a Level II is responsible for and how to perform all NDT).
• Understands all requirements of military and AWS workmanship requirements. Passes Workmanship exam.
• Can read and operate all inspection tooling (verniers, height gages).
• Can create tight tolerance weldments and straighten as required.
• Can safely operate a manual vertical milling machines, saws, grinders and overhead cranes.
• Understands all internal weld procedures and welding related operational procedures.
• Can train lower level welders.
• Expert at all weld process used by GSM (GTA, GMA & SMA).
• Ability to pass all welder performance qualification tests (welder samples) on first attempt.
• Due to the nature and importance of GSM’s work, our positions require access to export-controlled information. Therefore, all candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable export-control/ITARregulations or otherwise be authorized to access such information under U.S. law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) is an equal opportunity employer. GSM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws in its programs, activities, or employment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance
• Dental & Vision, Life insurance (Company paid)
• Disability benefits (Company paid)
• 401(k) & 401(k) company matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Referral program
• Overtime opportunities (if applicable)
• Training and career growth in advanced manufacturing
• Employee assistance program

Why Join Us?

• Work on large-scale, one-of-a-kind projects
• Stable industry with strong customer demand
• Opportunity to grow in a flexible, high-skill environment
• Collaborative team focused on quality and craftsmanship