Welder/Fabricator (First Shift)

KRB Machinery; Wrightsville (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Incentive bonuses

Job summary

KRB Machinery in Wrightsville, PA is hiring a skilled Welder/Fabricator for first shift. You will perform welding prep, fabrication, and finishing per drawings and work orders, contributing to high-quality products.

This employee-owned company offers a strong ESOP culture and opportunities to advance as you grow with the team. Requirements include 5+ years of welding experience, ability to read blueprints, and competence in MIG and stick welding.

Qualifications

• 5+ years welding/fabrication experience
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Welding program preferred

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Weld complex components using MIG and stick welding in multiple positions.
• Fabricate machine frames, modules, and weld fixtures/jigs.
• Operate hand tools, thermal cutting torches, jacks, electric cranes, forklifts, and presses.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and follow safety regulations.
• Be a dependable team player, collaborating with supervisors and colleagues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding expertise

Team player

Manual dexterity

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Welding program preferred

Tools

MIG welding

Stick welding

Hand tools

Cranes & forklifts

Thermal cutting torches

Job description

Company: KRB Machinery

Location: Wrightsville, PA

Shift: First Shift, Monday – Thursday, 5am-3pm (4x10 hour shifts)

• Employee-owned company
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Incentive bonuses

About the Role:

KRB Machinery is seeking a skilled, full-timeWelder/Fabricator to join our team on first shift. In this role, you’ll perform welding preparation, fabrication, and finishing operations to build high-quality products according to drawings, specifications, and work orders.

This position is a great opportunity to be part of an employee-owned company (ESOP), where your contributions directly support the success of the team. Must have 5+ years weld experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Weld complex components using MIG and stick welding, including horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Fabricate machine frames, modules, and weld fixtures/jigs for repetitive production.
• Operate hand tools, thermal cutting torches, jacks, electric cranes, forklifts, and straightening presses.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace while following all safety regulations.
• Be a dependable team player, working with supervisors and colleagues to ensure collective success.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Graduation from a welding program preferred.
• 5+ (five plus) years of related welding/fabrication experience.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to work with hands and tools.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed.
• Basic math and geometry skills for measurements and layout.