German VETTER Industrie GmbH is a worldwide leading fork manufacturer for the Forklift, Construction and Attachments industry. Our subsidiary in the U.S., VETTER FORKS, INC., located in Chambersburg/PA is focused on sales, distribution and production and is seeking a motivated Welder with a proven record. Responsibilities: • Perform welding operations according to blue prints • Welding and cutting forks and other components for forklifts to the drawings and production voucher specifications using the correct materials and to the appropriate welding procedures • Inspect welded assemblies produced to insure tolerances; maintaining high quality results; also completing the appropriate quality documentation and production voucher information • Maintain a clean and safe work area • Maintain/produce a level of output that will minimize production delays • Communicate effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow Requirements: • High School or GED equivalent • Ability to interpret blue prints ( metric ) • MIG Welding experience • Mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious • General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices • Basic math skills • Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings • Forklift driving license What you can expect: • Competitive wage paid bi-weekly, with overtime for more than 40 hours • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) • paid holidays • 401 (k) • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • On-the-job training and skills development • Being part of a well-established and growing family-owned company If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today! VETTER Forks, Inc., -– 1711 Opportunity Avenue – Chambersburg, PA 17201 Job Types: Full-time, Contract Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Welder Day Shift Retention Bonus $1,500 and 80 hours of Paid Time Off after first 90 days of employment Job Summary Lay out, fit, and weld metal components to assemble beds, frames, and small parts work orders. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Actively observe and promote BWise safety standards • Analyze drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operation. • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using a variety of measuring tools. • Tack-weld or welds component and assemblies using welding equipment. • Monitor welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material. • Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisor. • Evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. • Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using appropriate measuring instruments. • Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinder or hand file. • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Ignite torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc. • Other duties, as assigned by Welding Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT • Must be capable of standing for entire shift and sit for extended periods of time. • Able to lift up to 50 lbs; ability to demonstrate full range of motion for reaching, bending, kneeling and stooping. • Will be exposed to extreme heat and cold depending on weather. • Subject to dirt, dust, oil, welding fumes, electric shock, bright lights, UV radiation, burns, traffic hazards, and high noise levels in the workplace. Ppe Requirements • Steel-toed shoes or composite shoes • Safety glasses • Earplugs • Gloves when handling any material • Welding Helmet (Company doesn’t provide helmet but provides all consumables including lenses.) • Grinding shield • Welding sleeves Minimum Qualifications & Requirements • High School Diploma or GED. • Must be able to read, write, count, communicate by various channels. • Must have appropriate high school, vocational-technology school, or trade school training/certification in welding and/or demonstrated ability/expertise from on-the-job training from previous employment. • Understand fundamentals of metallurgy as they relate to welding. • Ability to read a tape measure. • Ability to read and fully comprehend work instructions, prints, and work specifications.
See More Details >>Now Hiring Welders in Chambersburg, PA! Payrate: $18.00-$20.00 per hour Schedules: • 1st shift Monday to Friday (7:00am-3:00pm) • 2nd shift: Monday to Friday (3:00pm – 11:00pm) • 3rd shift: Sunday to Thursday (11:00pm – 7:00am) Job Description: • Experience with Tig and Mig welding • Ability to weld steel or aluminum #nowhiring Apply now, these positions will go fast ProLogistix Offers You: Competitive pay Access to on-line training/ certification programs at no cost Paid weekly (Direct Deposit or ATM Debit Card available) Access to health benefits and retirement plan A personal recruiter to help with job searches and assistance when at work! FREE ONLINE skills training #nowhiring
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Chambersburg, PA, often begins with a technical school program or apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom training. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual wage of $45,190. In Chambersburg, PA, welders earn an average of $701 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $108,000 annually. The demand for welders is strong, driven by infrastructure expansion and manufacturing growth, offering a promising career path with good earning potential and job stability.
