Welder

IMA Group is a global leader in the development and production of automatic machines for the processing and packaging of pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, tea and coffee products. We are constantly oriented towards innovation, thanks to significant investments in R&D and a constant dialogue with customers, the territory and local suppliers. We promote an environmentally friendly attitude towards achieving sustainable development. Our history is characterized by a constant growth, realized also with the continuous investment on the development of people and their skills. We are over 7,000 employees, 58% in Italy and 42% in the rest of the world, present in more than 80 countries.

IMA Life North America, a division of the IMA Group, specializes in aseptic processing and freeze-drying solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Part of IMA Life, it focuses on the pharmaceutical sector and delivers advanced technologies for filling, lyophilization, and isolation ensuring maximum sterility and product integrity for customers around the globe.

We are looking for a Welder to join our Tonawanda (Buffalo, NY) team.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of the Production Department, the Welder will be responsible for performing high-quality welding on various materials and supporting the assembly and fabrication of equipment, with a focus on precision and safety.

• Read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and general arrangement drawings
• Assemble, lay out, and fit components for welding and fabrication
• Perform TIG welding with purge techniques on stainless steel, carbon steel piping, hydraulic lines, and other materials
• Produce full-penetration welds suitable for sanitary environments
• Silver braze and/or solder copper refrigeration lines
• Operate or learn to operate computer-controlled orbital welding equipment
• Use a variety of machine tools and metal fabrication equipment safely and competently (e.g., lathe, drill press, milling machine)

This role involves working at heights and in confined spaces, as well as tasks requiring bending, climbing, or lifting up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Strong mechanical aptitude, self-motivation, and general welding ability
• Proven experience with TIG welding and purge techniques
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a job shop environment
• Commitment to safety and precision in a regulated production environment

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GREAT FIT

• Eagerness to learn and operate automatic orbital welding equipment

WHAT WE OFFER

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: A dynamic and innovation-driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE: Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING: We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation. We support internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance. As well as an annual bonus.

IMA LIFE NORTH AMERICA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEE