Welder

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Abacus Solution Group

Welder

Dallastown, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Abacus is looking to hire a Welder in Dallastown, PA.

    1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift!

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Receives instructions verbally or from job cards and/or detailed prints.
    • May be required to perform up to three types of welding processes, including GMAW & GTAW, per various AWS and Military Codes and Specifications. More senior-level positions may also require the ability to Oxy-Fuel weld.
    • Must be able to read and understand blueprints (drawings) and associated welding symbols.
    • Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
    • Assists with and/or constructs welding jigs and fixtures; some layout required. More senior-level positions include designing the layout.
    • Selects proper welding parameters and electrodes/filler metals for the particular type of metal to be welded, which may include ferrous and non-ferrous metals (i.e., aluminum, steel, stainless steel).
    • Performs tack welding and Oxygen/Fuel torch for heating and cutting.
    • Chips, grinds, and cleans welds as necessary.
    • Performs other tasks associated with welding, such as joining preparation, clamping, measurement verification, inspection of completed welds, and providing a count of finished pieces.
    • To check work, use test equipment (i.e., fixed gages, fillet weld gages, pressure gages).
    • Senior level position aids in designing and debugging new welding fixtures; assists in establishing and qualifying welding procedure specifications (WPS).
    • Uses various tools and machines, including GMAW, GTAW welding equipment, automatic welding gun, plasma cutter, oxygen/fuel torch, various grinding apparatuses, and other tooling and equipment as needed.
    • Safely operate overhead cranes and hoists.
    • Maintains a clean and safe work area.
    • Other duties may be assigned.


    Experience and Skills

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

    • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
    • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
    • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
    • Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
    • Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals.
    • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
    • Ability to read routings.
    • Basic computer skills required.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    • High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • 2+ years minimum related experience.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Shop floor environment.
    • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
    • Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
    • Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e., machine motors).
    • Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test.
    • Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.