Welders- Connecticut

BARNES; Burnside (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k savings plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace is hiring Welders for multiple CT locations. Join a team in a manufacturing environment with growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

We seek candidates with 1+ years welding experience, TIG/GTAW certification, and the ability to read blueprints and inspect workmanship. Relocation assistance may be available at select sites. Valid safety training and commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years welding experience in manufacturing or aerospace.
• TIG/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

TIG/GTAW certification

Blueprint reading

Inspection tools

Multitasking

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Microscopes

Job description

Why Barnes Aerospace? Barnes Aerospace offers competitive wages, shift differentials, 401k savings plan, paid time off, holidays, and much more! We're more than a company, we're a team. When you join our team, you'll be part of an innovative, industry-renowned provider of solutions for a broad customer base in the aerospace market. If you're a team player, enjoy working in a manufacturing environment, and looking for more than just a job.

Now Hiring: Welders

Multiple Locations | Immediate Openings

We have several immediate openings for Welders across multiple locations. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates at select sites.

Our CT Locations

• East Granby, CT
• East Hartford, CT

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Bring

• 1+ years of welding experience in manufacturing or aerospace industry
• TIG/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

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Salary : $24/hour - $44/hour

Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Additional offerings include an employee assistance program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and work-life support resources. Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, which may vary based on employment status, position, and location.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a \"U.S. Person\" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company's determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project's contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start.

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