Key Responsibilities Shop Floor & Welding Support • Assist welders and fabricators with part preparation, fit-up, and assembly. • Perform cutting, grinding, and material prep using shop tools and cutting equipment (plasma, oxy-fuel, saws). • Set up and maintain welding workstations, fixtures, and tools. • Move, organize, and stage raw material for upcoming jobs. • Support welders in tacking, clamping, and positioning materials for production. • Perform light welding tasks under supervision, following established procedures. General Manufacturing Support • Assist shop floor personnel with lifting, staging, and moving parts to different departments. • Work closely with machinists, assembly teams, and welders to ensure smooth production flow. • Maintain cleanliness and organization of welding areas, ensuring compliance with 5S and safety standards. • Handle basic inspection of weld prep and assist quality team with part documentation. Qualifications • Prior experience in welding, cutting, or shop support preferred, but training will be provided. • Familiarity with MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding processes is a plus. • Ability to safely use shop equipment (grinders, saws, plasma cutters, hand tools). • Willingness to learn and follow welding procedures, including government and military standards. • Ability to read basic shop drawings or willingness to be trained. • Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork mentality. • Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand for long periods, and perform manual labor in a shop environment. • Safety-first mindset with commitment to following OSHA and company safety procedures. What We Offer • Competitive hourly wage based on experience. • Opportunities for advancement to certified welder or higher-level shop roles. • Training in advanced welding, cutting, and fabrication techniques. • Exposure to government and aerospace welding requirements. • Collaborative environment where shop employees work side by side to deliver high-quality results. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resume or work history highlighting relevant welding, shop, or fabrication experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Are you looking for a change, something new, different career path, or a change in pace? We have an exciting opportunity for you! In this position the ideal candidate will have a strong focus supporting the Gerhart production teams on all custom projects. Daily scope of work includes material handling and receiving, basic fabrication/welding and project assembly required to complete customer orders, be a self-starter who can offer suggestions, and support a team with a focus on personal development. An ideal candidate must be motivated, coachable, and ready to be hands-on! Gerhart is looking for an entry-level Fabrication Associate to join our talented team based in Tatamy, PA. Responsibilities: • Support fabrication from raw material to finished product with instruction from the Fabrication Leader and Senior Welder/Fabricators. • Assemble simple assemblies from professional blueprints or sketches, within tolerance, that meet design intent. • Perform material handling, organization, and receiving support to Gerhart production teams. Qualifications: • Familiar with common metal shop tools and equipment. (i.e. welders - TIG & MIG, Brazing, Cutting Torches, grinders, breaks, drills, taps, saws, fixtures, measuring, etc.) • Effective communication skills is a must. • Capable of working both independently and as a team to perform all jobs and projects. • Previous work experience with Pipe Fitting, Tube Bending, Compression Fitting Experience. • Forklift Certification. • Physically Fit; position requires consistent lifting, moving, and carrying product 50 lb or more. • Willing and able to bend, crawl, and lift for extended periods of time in a safe manner meeting company guidelines and OSHA standards. • Self-motivated with critical thinking skills. We, at Gerhart, believe in our employees and seek motivated contributors to join our team. We are a diverse company providing systems integrations, field service and turn-key installations of Process Automation Systems, Industrial Weighing Equipment, and Process Instrumentation. We are seeking highly motivated candidates to join our team of talented employees and contribute to our continued success and growth. Gerhart is a well-established company with over 90 years’ experience in the industry! Join our company where our people and excellence are essential to our culture. Gerhart Benefits package includes: • Benefits package: various medical options including 100% employer covered benefits, dental, and vision plans • Paid Time off • Life Insurance • Matching 401k • Paid holidays Qualified candidates should apply today to be considered for position!
See More Details >>Overview: Easton Quarry, a division of H&K Group, Inc., is looking for a Maintenance person to support production and maintenance of the quarry. The ideal candidate is safety focused, action oriented, pays attention to detail, and excels at teamwork. Must be able to torch/weld. Why work for H&K Group, Inc.? • Competitive salary commensurate with experience • 100% Company-paid Health Benefits • 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan • Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs • Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Perform all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies • Perform plant maintenance • Maintain clean work areas including catwalks, walk-ways and general plant area • Proactively learn plant functions and operations • Obtain all knowledge to complete assigned tasks • Take direction from and work in a team with all other site personnel • Cross train to learn all jobs of plant and be able to substitute when necessary • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Required Skills, Education, and Experience • High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR related experience and/or training • A combination of education and experience may be considered • Effective verbal and written communication • Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed • Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) • Must be able to weld/toch Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience • 3+ months related experience • Experience operating heavy equipment • Strong preference for Loader operation experience • Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting • MSHA or other relevant safety certification Physical Demands • Regularly required to stand and walk • Frequently required to: • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel • Reach with hands and arms • Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl • Talk or hear • Occasionally required to sit • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally • Specific vision needs include depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment • Regularly exposed to • Moving mechanical parts • Outside weather conditions • Frequently exposed to • High, precarious places • Fumes or airborne particles • Vibration • Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock • Noise level is usually loud The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years. Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference. H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Pre-employment Physical
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Easton, PA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 76,000 welders nationwide, with a significant presence in Pennsylvania, and the field is projected to grow by 2-3% over the next decade. Apprentices in Pennsylvania earn an average of $500 per week, with an annual overtime average of $24,000. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $70,000 annually for experienced professionals.
