Senior Welder

PGNA INC•Sugarcreek, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Welder is a highly skilled worker responsible for welding and assembling metal components using a variety of welding techniques and materials. Other abilities include a deep understanding or quality measures, mentoring junior welders, and ensuring adherence to strict specifications and deadlines, advanced knowledge of blueprints. The ability to maintain safety standards within a manufacturing environment. This position reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and is located in our assembly plant in Franklin, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Extensive experience in welding, including MIG, TIG, in Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminum
Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use a variety of hand and power tools
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing project requirements
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of safety procedures and compliance with industry standards

Responsibilities

Accurately reading and understanding complex blueprints and engineering drawings to determine fabrication requirements.
Utilizing a variety of fabrication equipment including grinders, and hand tools to cut and shape parts to be welded.
Performing complex welding operations using MIG, TIG, or other welding methods to join metal pieces with high precision and quality.
Aligning and fitting components together to create complete weldments, ensuring proper tolerance and fit.
Conduct thorough inspections of finished products to identify and rectify any defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Providing guidance and training to less experienced fabricators on proper techniques, safety procedures and quality standards.
Capability to identify and troubleshoot fabrication issues that may arise.
Properly operating and maintaining welding machinery, including routine cleaning and reporting any maintenance needs.
Ability to design and construct jigs and fixtures to properly position parts to maintain quality standards and improve the repeatability or work.