Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)- 2nd Shift
About The Position
United Alloy is seeking a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)/Weld Engineering Technician to support welding functions and authorize production after successful weld inspection. Under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, this role inspects First Article (FA) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) products and completes related reporting. The position helps ensure products meet customer expectations and are delivered right the first time, including applicable identification and documentation requirements. It also supports efforts to maximize weld productivity using various welding processes and equipment. This is an onsite, second-shift position in Union, Ohio, with hours Monday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Occasional travel of approximately 10% may be required. A background check will be conducted for selected candidates.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED plus one additional year of formal preparation.
- American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
- Experience with stainless, aluminum, and mild structural steel welding.
- Solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes, with explicit knowledge of welding principles, practices, and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, and persuasive skills, and ability to interact effectively with employees and management at all levels.
- Detail-oriented, with exceptional problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and prioritize.
- Ability to navigate a Windows-based computer environment.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Willingness to work flexible hours with a changing schedule as needed to support production.
- Expected behaviors include responsibility, trustworthiness, teamwork, clear communication, empathy, humility, emotional self-control, resolving conflict directly, a positive attitude, respect for others, problem-solving, and agility.
Responsibilities
- Conduct D1.1 and D1.3 testing for new hires and welders requiring recertification.
- Participate in creating welding procedures and techniques that standardize welding to D1.1 and D1.3 specifications.
- Participate in selecting new welding equipment with the weld council and in welding equipment calibration and preventive maintenance.
- Provide Certified Weld Inspector support to verify, validate, and approve welding as required.
- Develop weld training specifications and weld equipment specifications and support their implementation.
- Maintain ongoing calibration of welding equipment as identified in the Calibration System.
- Participate in weld audits to verify procedures are specified and qualified, and welding is performed in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Partner with supervisors to identify welders who need specific training or upskilling.
- Assist welders who do not meet minimum quality and efficiency requirements so they can meet or exceed those levels.
- Maintain records, inspection results, and welder performance documentation.
- Evaluate new industry developments for possible application to company processes.
- Work independently with little supervision while delivering excellent results on time.
Benefits
- Competitive starting wages
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Generous Responsible Time Off (RTO) policy
- 401(k) with company match
- Key Employee Incentive Plan (KEIP)
- Bonus structure
- Paid training
- Company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
