Welder I

Gorbel

Gorbel's mission is simple: We improve people's lives.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we're looking for people like you to join us in that mission.

We're currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.

Job Description

Welds and assembles metal pieces and products by using handheld welding equipment. Sets up parts for welding; uses hand tools, clamps, jigs and fixtures. Works from specifications, drawings and weld symbols. Prepares and completes work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding and cleaning metal.

Responsibilities

• Produce weldments to the specified documentation on both prints and job paperwork.
• Must be able to read and comprehend job paperwork and prints.
• Responsible for setup, operation, and maintenance of the tools within the work area.
• Notify Production Supervisor when welding supplies are needed.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Fit all assemblies and subassemblies prior to paint to ensure accuracy and quality control.
• Safe operation of overhead cranes and all other shop equipment (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic).

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be certifiable and able to pass the certification test in accordance with the AWS D14.1 specifications
• SMAW, MCAW, GMAW and spray arc welding experience preferred
• Must be able to operate and use flame cutting equipment
• Use and read basic hand tools; including but not limited to grinders, drills, tape measures
• Handle materials with forklifts and overhead cranes as needed
• Required to travel throughout all the facilities
• Must be able to communicate with factory supervision effectively and follow company policies

Work Environment

• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand (75%); walk (20%); stoop, kneel or crouch (5%), as required
• Able to wear safety glasses and foot protection throughout shift
• Able to wear hearing protectors (ear plugs) throughout the shift while working in an environment with moderate noise levels

Gorbel® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Gorbel® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job-related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.