Welder - 3rd Shift
Req #7742
Reading, PA, USA
Job Description
Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
How You Will Make an Impact
A Welder Weld Trainee provides welding support as part of a team working on either Standard andor Special assembled service bodies as well as small parts.
The Nuts and Bolts
Weld together structural (Aluminum and Galvanized Steel) metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt components parts to obtain required configuration and positions for welding.
Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Complete inline quality inspection of work and Maintain weld quality in accordance to established quality guidelines
Complete welding station tasks in accordance to established tak time (if applicable).
Cross train on multiple welding workstations and perform required tasks in multiple stations when needed to fill staffing gaps.
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools including welding equipment.
Required Credentials
Prior manufacturing experience preferred
Ability to pass tape measure testing
Ability to read blue print (if applicable to the line)
How We Make an Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
10 paid holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
For other career opportunities, please :readingtruckaboutcareers
For assistance in Spanish please email holiveras@readingtruck
Req #7742
Reading, PA, USA
Job Description
Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
How You Will Make an Impact
A Welder Weld Trainee provides welding support as part of a team working on either Standard andor Special assembled service bodies as well as small parts.
The Nuts and Bolts
Weld together structural (Aluminum and Galvanized Steel) metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt components parts to obtain required configuration and positions for welding.
Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Complete inline quality inspection of work and Maintain weld quality in accordance to established quality guidelines
Complete welding station tasks in accordance to established tak time (if applicable).
Cross train on multiple welding workstations and perform required tasks in multiple stations when needed to fill staffing gaps.
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools including welding equipment.
Required Credentials
Prior manufacturing experience preferred
Ability to pass tape measure testing
Ability to read blue print (if applicable to the line)
How We Make an Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
10 paid holidays
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Training and Development Programs
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
For other career opportunities, please :readingtruckaboutcareers
For assistance in Spanish please email holiveras@readingtruck
Job ID: 489859229
Originally Posted on: 8/18/2025
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