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

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.