Welders - Competitive Pay, Benefits & Immediate Openings

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in the United States currently has openings for Welders across multiple locations, including West Chester, OH. You will prepare, set up, and inspect welds per blueprints and work orders while following safety guidelines.

We seek candidates with 1+ years of welding experience and GTAW certification; strong reading of drawings and proficient use of bench tools are required. Relocation may be considered at select sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of welding experience.
• GTAW welding certification (AWS D17.1, PWA 16 in any material group).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and operation sheets.
• Experience using standard bench tools and inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, microscopes).
• Ability to multitask in a manufacturing cell environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, and cleaning metals.
• Read and interpret weld blueprints, engineered drawings, and work orders.
• Set up welding equipment based on material type, thickness, and position.
• Use complex weld fixtures and positioners (turntables).
• Inspect welds and assemblies using calipers, protractors, gauges, and other measurement tools.
• Perform dimensional and cosmetic inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Complete work according to manufacturing schedules and standard times.
• Successfully pass required welding certification tests for shop materials.
• Complete quarterly process control samples.
• Maintain accurate logs, check sheets, job orders, and related documentation.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and promote good housekeeping.
• Complete required compliance training and adhere to all company policies and applicable laws.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

GTAW certification

Interpretation of drawings

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Microscopes

Job description

Barnes Aerospace in the United States currently has openings for Welders across multiple locations, including West Chester, OH. You will prepare, set up, and inspect welds per blueprints and work orders while following safety guidelines.

We seek candidates with 1+ years of welding experience and GTAW certification; strong reading of drawings and proficient use of bench tools are required. Relocation may be considered at select sites.