Welder

Do you take pride in your craftsmanship? Do custom builds excite you more than repetitive production work? If so, apply for our Welder role, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a passionate team committed to safety, quality, and innovation. 

The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special.   

• Position: Welder  
• Shift: 2nd shift 
• Location: Jefferson Hills, PA 
• Division: Manufacturing Division  

Learn more about our Manufacturing Division by viewing this link: Kurt J. Lesker Company | Manufacturing Division | Enabling Technology for a Better World.  

Overview of Role: 
The Welder is responsible for performing high quality Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on box and cylindrical chambers, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, weld symbols, quality standards, and safety requirements. This role involves fitting, layout, welding in multiple positions, operating welding and cutting equipment, verifying dimensions using precision measuring tools, and completing required documentation. The position also requires collaboration with supervision and engineering, identification of drawing discrepancies, and adherence to all company policies and procedures. 

Responsibilities:  

• Strong working knowledge of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), including tungsten selection, shielding gas, flow rates, and amperage settings.  
• Ability to weld in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.  
• Read and interpret moderately complex blueprints and most weld symbols.  
• Identify drawing discrepancies and communicate feedback to supervision.  
• Layout, fit, tack, and weld box and cylindrical chambers to drawing requirements with consistent quality.  
• Safely operate welding support equipment, including floormounted rotary positioners.  
• Proficient with measuring tools (calipers, rulers, feeler gauges, pi tapes) to verify decimal tolerances.  
• Use plasma cutting equipment to achieve proper fitup.  
• Complete moderately complex documentation with minimal assistance.  
• Comply with all company policies, including safety and HR requirements.  
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

Required 

• High School Diploma or GED 
• 4-7 years working experience using the gas tungsten arc welding process 
• Solid understanding of mathematics, and the ability to read mechanical drawings 
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist and lift up to and including 60 lbs. unassisted. Assistance must be used for any items over this weight. Assistance is always required for anything weighing over 60 lbs. 
• Qualified to operate 5 Ton Crane 
• Preferred 
• Certificate from a vocational or trade school and/or junior or community college 
• Completion of an accredited welding apprenticeship program 

Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:   

• On-site gym and Running/Walking Trail  
• Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics screening, annual 5K, waste pick up events, etc.)  
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances   
• Recycling program and electric vehicle plug in station   
• Paid time off   
• 401(k) with employer match  
• Office-wide events  
• Employee recognition programs  

Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.     

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