Welder

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances

Title: Welder
Location: West Chester, PA (Zeks Compressed Air - 1302 Goshen Pkwy. West Chester, PA 19380)
Shift: 1st Shift (Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm)





Position Summary

The Welder is responsible for setting up and operating welding equipment to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components and structures according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations using MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, Stick, or other welding processes as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and welding symbols.
• Set up welding machines and adjust settings based on material type, thickness, and specifications.
• Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal parts, components, and structures.
• Inspect welds for dimensional accuracy, strength, and compliance with quality standards.
• Use measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges.
• Operate related equipment including grinders, saws, lifting devices, and other fabrication tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety policies.
• Report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, and safety hazards promptly.
• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to meet production goals.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-3 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of various welding processes and metal fabrication techniques.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, with assistance for heavier loads.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, fumes, and moving equipment.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including welding helmet, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed footwear.

What we Offer:

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.