Advanced Welder

Tenneco•South Bend, IN

13d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Tenneco South Bend is an established manufacturer that is expanding and seeking highly skilled MIG/TIG Welders to join our growing team. We are looking for welders who take pride in craftsmanship, hold themselves to high standards, take ownership of their work, and consistently deliver clean, accurate stainless steel welds in multiple positions while supporting and mentoring less experienced team members. Advanced Welders start at $30/hour and progress to $35/hour based on demonstrated skills, weld test results, certifications, and overall performance. An additional $0.50/hour shift premium is paid for second and third shifts. We are hiring for all shifts. If you enjoy challenging fabrication work, value quality and safety and want to join a stable employer that invests in its people, we’d like to hear from you. A Workplace Built for Skilled Trades Professionals Clean, well-lit indoor manufacturing facility Advanced stainless steel welding applications Stable, year-round employment with an industry leader Strong team-oriented and continuous improvement culture Behavior-based safety-first environment Opportunities to lead, mentor, and share expertise with the next generation of welders. Workplace where craftsmanship, quality, and expertise are valued General Summary This position is responsible for performing high-quality MIG/TIG welding of stainless steel components in multiple welding positions. The Master Welder applies advanced welding techniques to meet engineering specifications, performs weld inspections and repairs, and supports the production of Clean Air components. Work may include confined spaces, elevated heights, and overhead crane operation. This position also supports a safe workplace and minimizes environmental impact by following all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.

Requirements

Advanced MIG welding experience required
TIG welding and stainless steel experience strongly preferred
Proven ability to weld stainless steel to demanding quality standards
Ability to weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
Ability to read complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and welding specifications
Experience identifying and correcting weld defects
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Commitment to craftsmanship, safety, and quality
Demonstrated leadership and willingness to mentor less experienced welders
Willingness to become crane certified
Reliable, team-focused mindset
5+ years of welding experience stainless steel
TIG welding experience
Structural fabrication experience
Prior mentoring or lead welder experience
High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Technical school, vocational training, or welding certifications preferred
Stainless steel fabrication
Structural welding applications
Multi-pass welding
Groove, corner, lap, and filler joints
Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
Weld inspection and quality verification
Overhead crane operation
Manufacturing and heavy industrial environments

Responsibilities

Perform MIG/TIG welding on stainless steel components per engineering drawings and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
Fabricate, assemble, and repair structural steel components
Inspect welds for quality, penetration, and compliance; repair defects as needed
Notify appropriate personnel of defects in a timely manner
Perform safety checks and preventative maintenance on equipment
Operate overhead cranes and lifting equipment safely
Weld in confined spaces and at heights while following all safety protocols
Mentor, train, and support developing welders
Pass Tenneco weld certification testing when required
Weld multiple joint types including filler, lap, corner, groove, and multi-pass welds
Assist in troubleshooting welding and fabrication issues to improve quality and productivity
Promote and support a safety-first culture
Identify and report unsafe conditions and stop work if necessary
Follow all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and ISO 14001 standards
Understand environmental impacts of work and ensure compliance
Address non-conforming work and quality issues promptly
Stop work on suspect product until issues are corrected
Demonstrate accountability and ownership of results
Support and contribute to 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve as a technical resource for welding best practices and quality standards
Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and integrity
Demonstrate continuous learning and improvement
Maintain strong attendance and punctuality
Communicate respectfully and constructively
Support leadership and plant goals
Perform other duties as assigned