Welder

Abacus is looking to hire a Welder in Dallastown PA.

1st 2nd and 3rd shift!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives instructions verbally or from job cards and/or detailed prints.
• May be required to perform up to three types of welding processes including GMAW & GTAW per various AWS and Military Codes and Specifications. More senior-level positions may also require the ability to Oxy-Fuel weld.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints (drawings) and associated welding symbols.
• Welds in flat horizontal vertical and overhead positions.
• Assists with and/or constructs welding jigs and fixtures; some layout required. More senior-level positions include designing the layout.
• Selects proper welding parameters and electrodes/filler metals for the particular type of metal to be welded which may include ferrous and non-ferrous metals (i.e. aluminum steel stainless steel).
• Performs tack welding and Oxygen/Fuel torch for heating and cutting.
• Chips grinds and cleans welds as necessary.
• Performs other tasks associated with welding such as joining preparation clamping measurement verification inspection of completed welds and providing a count of finished pieces.
• To check work use test equipment (i.e. fixed gages fillet weld gages pressure gages).
• Senior level position aids in designing and debugging new welding fixtures; assists in establishing and qualifying welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Uses various tools and machines including GMAW GTAW welding equipment automatic welding gun plasma cutter oxygen/fuel torch various grinding apparatuses and other tooling and equipment as needed.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and hoists.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to read routings.
• Basic computer skills required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years minimum related experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Shop floor environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists keyboarding using small/large tools).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e. machine motors).
• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.