Shift Hours all shifts available Job Description Applicants will be screened against current and future hiring needs. Experienced Welder candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years of current experience in MIG and/or TIG welding in a manufacturing environment. Fits and welds fabricated and metal components to manufacture weldments and sub-assemblies or related components using FCAW, GMAW or Aluminum processes. Work requires the ability to weld most sub-assemblies in production and fit and/or weld on most jigs for all production requirements. Essential Duties These weld positions will lay out, fit, and weld steel and aluminum fabricated components to manufacture weldments and sub-assemblies utilizing established welding processes: • Welds on medium and/or large fabrications in a jig fixture: fit, weld, fabricate • Welds in multiple positions that include but are not limited to overhead, flat, vertical, and/or horizontal. • Properly sets up and adjusts welding equipment to blueprints/drawings and weld procedure specifications. Education Level Formal education/training in welding required Experience To be considered, candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years of current welding experience. No entry-level needs at this time. • Successful candidates will be certified, steel and/or aluminum qualified. • Must be able to interpret complex blueprints & weld symbols, and fit/weld according to print (including the ability to build weldments from prints). Physical Demands While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to have the ability to concentrate and perform responsibilities by maintaining a constant state of focus and mental alertness. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands (including gripping & grasping) and reach with arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee will frequently walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision requirements such as color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. There is frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts with occasional exposure to wet and/ or humid conditions and extreme cold or heat. The employee is at risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See More Details >>QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school diploma or GED and have a mechanical background in a manufacturing environment 2. Must have experience reading and understanding blueprints 3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills 4. Must have basic hand tools and appropriate storage 5. Must have high standards of quality and pride in work 6. Ability to learn the operation of all types of trucks and accessories 7. Able to solve problems and think analytically 8. Must be able to work effectively independently and with others SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 1. Ability to use standard handtools and powertools 2. Ability to properly operate a forklift/ crane 3. Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and written instructions 4. Operate forklift, crane, hand truck, and other industrial equipment. 5. Ability to interact in a positive manner with customers, vendors, and plant personnel. 6. Physical abilities (*denotes essential physical ability requirement) “R” Rarely (activity exists up to 10% of the time) • “O” Occasional (activity exists 10 to 34% of the time) • “F” Frequently (activity exists 34 to 66% of the time) • “C” Constant (activity exists more than 66% of the time) • Standing F Balancing F • Walking F Stooping F • Sitting O * Vision acuity near C • Lifting up to 70 lbs F * Vision acuity far C • Carrying up to 70 lbs F * Depth perception C • Pushing up to 125 lbs O * Color vision O • Pulling up to 125 lbs O Reaching O • Hearing conversations F * Manual Dexterity C • Hearing other sounds F * Work at Heights O REQUIRED BEHAVIORS: 1. Team oriented (works well with others) 2. Communicates well 3. Dedicated and loyal 4. Dependable 5. Safety Conscious 6. Respectful & Trustworthy 7. Strong work ethic 8. Ability to follow directions 9. Thoroughly completes tasks, and projects as assigned/performed WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Industrial/commercial manufacturing environment 2. Interacts with customers, and staff 3. May be exposed to mild levels of shop dust and hexavalent chromium 4. Exposure to hot and humid working conditions 5. Moderately exposed to wet and cold conditions BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction shop supervisor, plant manager and/or designee, the Welder fabricator will complete the fabrication procedures and related activities as provided for GapVax, Inc. In addition to fabricating components the Welder fabricator will perform designated quality control functions, inventory control, training of new staff, and general shop maintenance as directed. The Welder fabricator will perform these functions in safe and efficient manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: Understands and demonstrates commitment to the mission of GapVax, Inc. through daily communication, cooperation, and attention to detail of work performed. Responsible for completing the welding fabrication process as required during the chassis and finishing process of the manufacturing cycle while ensuring conformance to blue prints and expected quality control standards. Welders also look for faulty components during the manufacturing and assembly process and may be required to test components, assembled parts or systems to ensure functionality. COMPETENCIES AND TASKS • Familiarity with pipe fittings, couplers, adapters and their uses • Familiarity with saws and cutters • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions • Operate safety equipment and use safe work practices • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies using a straight edge, combination squares, and tape measure • Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications • Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tool common to the weld trade, such as shielded metal arc • Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, and other alloy metals • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding • Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux or other types of thicknesses of metal • Connect and turn regulator valves to active and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained. • Examines seams for defects and rework defective joints or broken joints or broken parts • Clean work pieces to remove dirt using a wire brush or, grinder, or file • Turn valves to start flow of gases and light flames and adjust valves to obtain desired colors and sizes of flames • Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers • Move parts into position with hoists, crane, or JIB crane • Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprint and layout specifications, and using JIGS, welding torches, and hand tools • Study engineering drawings to determine material requirements and task sequences • Tack weld and fit parts together • Lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes • Remove high spot and cut bevels • Turn valves to start flow of gases and light flames and adjust valves to obtain desired colors and sizes of flames EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS • Understand and operate the following tools according to the safety policy: forklift, cranes, drill press, punch press, and handheld electric drill equipment, hand files, portable grinders, cutting torches, shears, torches, grinders, electric metal saw to bend, cut punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components COOPERATION • Work with purchasing engineering and partnering fabrication departments to ensure quality • Present accurate and time and material information to accounting • Work with foreman to fabricate parts • Work with safety manager in order to maintain a safe working environment POLICIES AND PROCEDURES • Follow safety policies • Observe scheduled work hours and maintain appropriate attendance according to policy • Comply with Drug & Alcohol policies GENERAL • Maintain requirements of personnel file including participation in required safety training • Accept and respond to constructive feedback and comply with directives from supervisor • Review and accept terms and conditions as presented in the company handbook • Maintain positive working relationships with all coworkers, visitors, and personnel • Direct complaints or concerns to appropriate staff • Incorporate safety policies and procedures into daily work practices • Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor The above list is not an all-inclusive list of job duties. Other duties maybe assigned. The previous description generally describes duties and the responsibilities of this position. The employee’s immediate supervisor or other management personnel may assign additional duties to the employee as the operation of the facility dictates. This position description may not be modified by the Facility management at any time, with or without notice. Nothing in this description should be interpreted as limiting the management’s right to operate the facility. The facility reserves the right to change work hours, shift, and assignment as need. The initial assignment cannot be guaranteed to continue.
See More Details >>WELDING TECHNICIAN Concurrent Technologies Corporation Johnstown, PA Minimum Clearance Required: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Employee Background Check Required The potential candidate shall be capable of following written and verbal health and safety regulations and procedures. The applicant must be willing to provide operational assistance to welding and machine tool operators and able to perform verbal as well as written assignments effectively. The candidate must be able to work independently and under the direction of the senior Craftsmen in weldment fabrications. The applicant must have prior experience with GMAW, FCAW and GTAW processes, grinding equipment, sheet metal bending, drill presses, ban saws. Equipment maintenance and repair would be useful but not required. Key Responsibilities: • Ability analyzing technical drawings packages & welding specifications to include AWS D1.1, D1.2 and D17.3 (FSW) and assist in producing final welded product to these requirements. • Perform GTA aluminum welding (AC and DC electrode negative) on a variety alloys, joints and thicknesses. • Ability to complete written welding inspections and record results. • Perform all duties while maintaining compliance with all regulatory, quality system and safety requirements and the ability to communicate in a professional manner. • Willingness to learn and perform additional responsibilities as appropriate or as requested. Basic Qualifications: • High school diploma plus additional technical coursework preferred. • Prior directly related technical work experience. • Skill in using a variety of hand standard tools and welding shop equipment. • The candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a fast-paced welding environment. Physical and Mental Demands: • Regularly or frequently talking, hearing, touching, grasping, standing, walking, reaching with hands/arms and performing repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement. • Light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force. • Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify and distinguish colors, and ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus to review test results. • Intermediate to advanced math skills to deal with mathematical relationships, algebra, geometry, and shop math (i.e., fractions, percentages, proportions, etc.) • Intermediate reading and writing skills. Work Environment: • This position is in a climate-controlled environment and is safety and security sensitive. • Moderate noise level. • Frequently works near fumes or airborne particles. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. Why CTC? • Mastering the future of manufacturing: Be at the forefront of technological advancements in advanced manufacturing. • Innovate for impact: Your work will push the boundaries of what's possible, from next-generation armaments to groundbreaking environmental solutions that directly impact critical missions and the lives of those protecting our country. • Work alongside the best: Collaborate with a passionate team of engineers and scientists, united by a shared drive to excel and a commitment to delivering outstanding results. • Leave your mark: CTC is more than just a job. It's a launchpad for your engineering dreams. • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Although our work at CTC is extremely important, we also recognize the need for our employees to maintain a proper mix of work and personal life. • Visit (http://www.ctc.com/)www.ctc.com (http://www.ctc.com/) (http://www.ctc.com/)to learn more! Join us! CTC offers exceptional career growth, cutting edge technology, educational opportunities, and recognition for quality work. https://concurrent (https://concurrent-technologies-corporation.breezy.hr/)- (https://concurrent-technologies-corporation.breezy.hr/)technologie... (https://concurrent-technologies-corporation.breezy.hr/) (https://concurrent-technologies-corporation.breezy.hr/) Staffing Requisition: SR# 2025-0064 “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
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