Welder

Kurt J Lesker Company•Jefferson Hills, PA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Do you take pride in your craftsmanship ? Do custom builds excite you more than repetitive production work? If so, apply for our Welder role, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a passionate team committed to safety, quality, and innovation . The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor , space exploration , automotive , solar, medical devices , and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special. Position: Welder Shift: 2nd shift Location: Jefferson Hills, PA Division: Manufacturing Division Learn more about our Manufacturing Division by viewing this link: Kurt J. Lesker Company | Manufacturing Division | Enabling Technology for a Better World . Overview of Role: The Welder is responsible for performing high quality Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on box and cylindrical chambers, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, weld symbols, quality standards, and safety requirements. This role involves fitting, layout, welding in multiple positions, operating welding and cutting equipment, verifying dimensions using precision measuring tools, and completing required documentation. The position also requires collaboration with supervision and engineering, identification of drawing discrepancies, and adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Required High School Diploma or GED
4-7 years working experience using the gas tungsten arc welding process
Solid understanding of mathematics, and the ability to read mechanical drawings
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist and lift up to and including 60 lbs. unassisted. Assistance must be used for any items over this weight. Assistance is always required for anything weighing over 60 lbs.
Qualified to operate 5 Ton Crane

Nice To Haves

Certificate from a vocational or trade school and/or junior or community college
Completion of an accredited welding apprenticeship program

Responsibilities

Strong working knowledge of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), including tungsten selection, shielding gas, flow rates, and amperage settings.
Ability to weld in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
Read and interpret moderately complex blueprints and most weld symbols.
Identify drawing discrepancies and communicate feedback to supervision.
Layout, fit, tack, and weld box and cylindrical chambers to drawing requirements with consistent quality.
Safely operate welding support equipment, including floormounted rotary positioners.
Proficient with measuring tools (calipers, rulers, feeler gauges, pi tapes) to verify decimal tolerances.
Use plasma cutting equipment to achieve proper fitup.
Complete moderately complex documentation with minimal assistance.
Comply with all company policies, including safety and HR requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

On-site gym and Running/Walking Trail
Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics screening, annual 5K, waste pick up events, etc.)
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
Recycling program and electric vehicle plug in station
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Office-wide events
Employee recognition programs

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