Welder/Fitter - TIG Welding (Aluminum & Stainless)

Welder/Fitter – TIG Welding (Aluminum & Stainless)

Location: Hanover, PA Shift: First Shift | Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Overtime: Occasional Saturdays and extended hours based on production needs Compensation: Starting at $24/hour+ (depending on experience and skill level)

Position Summary

A fast-paced fabrication and manufacturing environment is seeking a skilled Precision Metal Fabricator with strong TIG welding experience in aluminum and stainless steel. This role combines hands-on welding, fabrication, fitting, and assembly work to produce custom metal components and specialty structures.

The ideal candidate takes pride in craftsmanship, precision, and producing clean, high-quality finished products while working efficiently within a production setting.

Core Responsibilities

Welding & Fabrication

• Perform TIG welding on aluminum and stainless-steel materials while maintaining high-quality weld standards
• Fabricate and assemble custom-built components including frames, railings, and specialty fabricated structures
• Measure, position, align, and fit materials prior to welding and final assembly
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated assemblies to verify accuracy and compliance with specifications

Blueprint Reading & Production Support

• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and production instructions
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment including grinders, saws, and related shop tools
• Troubleshoot alignment, fit-up, and welding issues during fabrication processes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient production workspace

Material Handling & Safety

• Move materials and finished products using pallet jacks or appropriate material-handling equipment
• Follow established welding safety practices and shop procedures
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining quality workmanship
• Adapt to changing workloads, schedules, and production priorities as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated TIG welding experience with aluminum and stainless steel materials
• Ability to accurately read blueprints, measurements, and fabrication drawings
• Experience using fabrication tools and metalworking equipment
• Basic math skills related to measurements and shop calculations
• Ability to troubleshoot welding and fabrication issues independently
• Comfortable working in a production-driven manufacturing environment

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of managing time effectively
• Strong problem-solving ability and sound judgment
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends when production demands require it

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs as needed
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and repetitive motion activities
• Repetitive hand and arm movement throughout the shift
• Strong visual attention for precision welding and fabrication tasks