Welder

PGS Worldwide is seeking a Welder in Aiken, SC for a one-year onsite contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company.


The Welder will perform precision welding on steel and aluminum components while working from complex drawings, work instructions, and welding procedure specifications. This role requires advanced GMAW or GTAW experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to consistently produce high-quality welds in a safety-focused manufacturing environment.


Required Skills
• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical welding training from a vocational school, accredited technical college, or comparable welding program.
• Minimum of 4 years of welding experience using GMAW or GTAW on aluminum or carbon steel.
• Ability to pass welding qualifications on steel and aluminum using GMAW-P and GTAW processes.
• Knowledge and application of Welding Procedure Specifications.
• Experience using weld gauges and other measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Ability to apply shop math and calculate dimensions.
• Ability to understand work orders, machine controls, settings, fixtures, and tooling requirements.
• Ability to make equipment and process adjustments as needed.
• Ability to hold and maneuver a welding torch and operate hand and foot controls.
• Ability to inspect completed parts against quality specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding or production problems and take corrective action.
• Ability to lift up to 32 lbs. and apply up to 32 lbs. of torque using ratchets.
• Ability to operate hoists, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Ability to pass required forklift certification.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a collaborative team environment.


What You'll Do
• Perform GMAW-P and GTAW welding on steel and aluminum components.
• Load and unload parts onto welding tables and fixtures.
• Secure parts using hand tools, ratchets, and air tools.
• Follow welding procedure specifications, drawings, and work instructions.
• Inspect parts and completed welds for compliance with quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot problems and recommend or implement corrective actions.
• Move parts, fixtures, materials, and containers using hoists, pallet jacks, or forklifts.
• Complete work orders, labor reports, time records, and quality documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist with training other employees as needed.
• Perform additional welding and production duties as assigned.


Work Schedule / Shift
• 40 hours per week.
• Scheduled start time of 5:00 AM.
• No overtime or travel expected.


Pay
• $28.74 per hour


Job ID: 7593


Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.