TIG Welder / Metal Fabrication Specialist (Aluminum & Stainless)
Location: Hanover, PA
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:00 PM
Occasional Saturdays required; overtime as needed
Pay: Starting at $24/hour (higher based on experience)
Role Summary
We are seeking a skilled TIG Welder / Fabrication Specialist to build and assemble aluminum, stainless steel, and other metal components. This position focuses on precision welding, layout, and fabrication of handrails and custom metal products in a fast-paced shop environment.
### Primary Duties
Lay out, cut, fit, and weld handrails and miscellaneous metal components based on drawings and specifications
Perform TIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel, producing clean and structurally sound welds
Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work instructions for accurate fabrication
Set up and operate equipment such as saws, notchers, grinders, and various hand tools
Align and assemble parts using jigs, fixtures, and measuring devices prior to welding
Move and position materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead lifting equipment
Maintain production pace while meeting quality and safety expectations
### Required Experience & Skills
High school diploma or equivalent
Proven experience TIG welding aluminum and stainless steel in a fabrication setting
Ability to read blueprints and perform precise layout using tape measures and hand tools
Working knowledge of shop math, including fractions and basic geometry
Experience troubleshooting fit-up, layout, and welding issues independently
Familiarity with fabrication tools and metalworking equipment
Ability to work efficiently under tight timelines and changing priorities
### Core Competencies
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
Adaptable in a production environment with shifting workloads
Reliable with strong attention to detail
Organized with effective time management skills
Performs well in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings
### Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Comfortable standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching throughout the workday
Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
Close visual focus required for detailed welding and fabrication tasks
