Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. The American Welding Society projects a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with approximately 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. Welders in Nashua, NH, earn an average of $1,914 per month, with experienced professionals often exceeding $744 per week. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
Client in Nashua, NH is seeking Class A Welders on 1st, 2nd and Weekend Shift Pay is $25-$35 DOE Monday - Friday OR Friday-Sunday Hours: TBD Requirements: • Understands workmanship standards and can pass related tests with some training. • Able to read weld symbols and dimensions; may require help with GD&T and datums. • Working knowledge of military, AWS, and other weld codes; may seek guidance for complex specs. • Capable of using existing setups to fixture weldments and operate manual equipment like mills, saws, and cranes with minimal support. • Familiar with basic manufacturing and weldment correction techniques; problem-solving support may be needed. • Basic understanding of NDT processes; Level II required for deeper interpretation • Proficient in GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW welding methods and able to pass qualification tests with limited assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.entegee.com/candidate-privacy-information-statement/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #GRP1 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Shift: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>POSITION SUMMARY Fabricates and welds a variety of metals from sheet stock to heavy plate. Welding processes utilized include Tig-Mig-stick and occasional brazing. Work is performed using basic hand tools-jigs-fixtures and precision measuring devices. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Works independently on fixturing weldments and creates tooling as required for new jobs. • Interprets blueprints, weld symbols, machining requirements, and datums to weld and create fixtures. • Works along with manufacturing, quality control, and engineering to solve problems with weldments or prints. • Trains and mentors lower-level welders. • Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors. • Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and workers, and collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals. • Abide by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observe all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Expert level knowledge of military specification and AWS specifications. • Knowledge of manufacturing principles such as how pre/post machining operations are affected by weldments made by the welder. • In-depth blueprint reading including all weld symbols, machining requirements, and datums. • Extensive knowledge of NDT (does not have to be a Level II Inspector, but has full understanding of what a Level II is responsible for and how to perform all NDT). • Understands all requirements of military and AWS workmanship requirements. Passes Workmanship exam. • Can read and operate all inspection tooling (verniers, height gages). • Can create tight tolerance weldments and straighten as required. • Can safely operate a manual vertical milling machines, saws, grinders and overhead cranes. • Understands all internal weld procedures and welding related operational procedures. • Can train lower level welders. • Expert at all weld process used by GSM (GTA, GMA & SMA). • Ability to pass all welder performance qualification tests (welder samples) on first attempt. AAP/EEO STATEMENT Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. GSM does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its programs, activities or employment. SEARCH / RECRUITING AGENCIES Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies unless GSM requests such resumes, and the search/recruiting agency is on GSM’s approved list of such agencies. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to GSM by search/recruiting agencies shall become the property of GSM and if the candidate is subsequently hired by GSM, GSM shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency. Benefits Granite State Manufacturing offers a comprehensive benefits package to all GSM employees. • Health & Wellness Programs • Health Insurances (Medical, Dental, & Vision) • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • Basic & Optional Life Insurance • Short & Long Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Voluntary Worksite Benefits • 401k Retirement Plan • Paid Leave • Tuition Reimbursement • Workers Compensation
See More Details >>R10056780 Welding Process Specialist (Open) Location: Portland, ME - Filling industrialBangor, ME - Retail shop, Bennington, VT - Retail shop, Nashua, NH - Retail shop, St. Johnsbury, VT - Retail shop, Swanzey, NH - Retail shop, White River Junction, VT - Retail shop, Williston, VT (NEA) - Retail shop How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Position Title: Weld Process Specialist - Covering VT, NH, & ME - Frequent regional travel (up to 50% of work time) requiring overnight travel. The Welding Process Specialist is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding Welding Processes, Welding Applications and the Economics of Welding. This technical sales position is responsible for shortening the sales cycle for Welding and Automation through cost savings engineering (Welding Efficiency Analysis), shielding gas selection for welding process, weld training, product demonstrations, providing technical information, and automation selection. The Welding Process Specialist interacts with a broad spectrum of Airgas associates, external vendors and suppliers as well as existing and prospective customers. • Responsible for growing profitable sales of large capital Welding Processes and Welding Applications to both new and existing local and national Airgas customers. • Provides technical knowledge to customers by showing how Airgas can match customer needs with the appropriate products and services. Uses Airgas Sales tools (Efficiency Analysis, Weld surveys, Welding 201) to promote the Airgas Welding Initiative. • Initiates customer sales calls and provides customers with product and application training, engineering and technical support and service for robotics and automation related needs. • Coordinates and participates in installation and service of robotic, plasma, laser, and fixed automation projects. • Evaluates customer's welding and cutting processes and provides needed training for improvement to optimize the utilization of Airgas products. • Establishes a process for continuous and accurate market data collection for customer sales and service needs, market trends and competitor activities. • Utilizes all necessary sales and marketing literature to promote the Airgas welding initiative. • Maintains and upgrades selling skills and technical/product knowledge through required training and self- directed research and learning. • Completes and turns in sales-related paperwork, including call reports, month-end reports, reads and responds to email and phone calls in a timely manner. • Operates in a safe manner at all times and is a proactive advocate of safety; promotes safety by example and aggressively promotes safety with other associates and customers. • Special projects and other duties as required. ________________________Are you a MATCH? • Associate's Degree Welding (AAS). In lieu of Associate's degree, may accept Military Weld training, Bachelor's degree (Engineering) from a four-year college/university, or additional years of welding experience as a trade- off. • Requires 2 of the following certifications: Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS), Certified Welding Educator (CWE), National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) • Instructor Core & Welding, Certified Welding Engineer (CWEng), Certified Welding Sales Representative (CWSR), ASNT ACCP Level II or III. • Requires a 10 or 30 hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training card or certificate. • Membership with the American Welding Society (AWS), American Society for Metals (ASM), American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), American Society for Quality (ASQ), American Society for Mechanical Engineering (ASME) and SME highly desirable. • 3 years of prior technical sales experience. • 7 years of prior welding industry experience. • Demonstrated relationship management & consultative aptitude with the ability to problem-solve and devise technical solutions for the customer. • Ability to build effective relationships with all levels and roles both within Airgas and outside the organization. • Knowledge of the principles of TQM, Lean and/or Six Sigma. • Must have a broad knowledge of the welding, cutting and fabrication processes common to the Airgas customer. • Strong mathematical, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to apply to customer sales analysis and cost comparisons. • Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; works well with others in a cross-functional team environment across the organization knowing who to engage to achieve results. Uses candor and sensitivity in their dealings with others. • May occasionally be required to move up to 60 lbs. and occasionally may be required to move 60 pounds or more with the aid of material handling equipment. • Requires a current driver's license, minimum liability insurance as required by state of vehicle registration. • Job requires visitation to various Airgas and customer sites, which have varying environments/conditions, layouts, and accessibility. Environment may contain loud noises and/or odors that may last for an extended period of time or on a continual basis. ________________________ We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children, including 14 weeks of paid child birth benefit for birth mothers on leave, as well as paid parental leave benefits for other associates. Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children. _________________________ Your differences enhance our performance At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world. _________________________ Equal Employment Opportunity Information We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Please click here to view the EEO Know Your Rights poster and here to view the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination poster. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company's written Affirmative Action Plan or Policy Statement. This plan or policy statement is available for inspection upon request. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company and its group of companies does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [email protected]. _________________________ California Privacy Notice
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