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Overview

Rhoads Metal Works Inc., a fourth-generation company established in 1896, has been serving the Delaware Valley Tri-State area for over 130 years. We are a leading provider of industrial maintenance and custom metal fabrication, with expertise spanning the Institutional, Industrial, Process, and Manufacturing Industries.

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, work orders, and specifications.
  • Perform layout and measurement of structural steel, plate, and sheet metal components.
  • Cut material using various fabrication equipment, including saws, shears, and CNC plasma table.
  • Program, set up, and operate a CNC plasma cutting table.
  • Form, bend, roll, punch, and shape metal components according to specifications.
  • Fit, assemble, and prepare miscellaneous steel and sheet metal fabrications for welding and finishing.
  • Verify dimensions and maintain quality standards throughout the fabrication process.
  • Operate overhead jib cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment as required.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of fabrication equipment.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Collaborate with foreman and shop personnel to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
  • Assist with troubleshooting fabrication issues and recommending process improvements.
  • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a metal fabrication shop environment.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints.
  • Experience fabricating structural steel, plate, tubing, and sheet metal components.
  • Proficiency with measuring tools, including tape measures, squares, calipers, and other precision instruments.
  • Ability to perform accurate layout work and maintain tight tolerances.
  • Strong understanding of shop math, geometry, and fabrication techniques.
  • Current US Driver’s License and reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen.
  • Experience with CNC programming and nesting software.
  • Forklift and overhead crane operation experience.
  • Welding and welding preparation experience.
  • OSHA safety training or related certifications.
  • Thorough knowledge of metal fabrication processes and equipment.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Commitment to quality workmanship and continuous improvement.
  • Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
  • Exposure to noise, dust, sparks, and varying temperatures.
  • Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
  • Work Location: In person

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
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How this job compares in Pennsauken, NJ

Pay in context

At roughly $33/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $33/hr median for welding jobs across New Jersey, whose middle half runs $28–$40/hr across 87 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 48% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Pennsauken, NJ

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What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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