Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

APM Manufacturing • Orange, CA

1d • $62,400 - $93,600

About The Position

The Certified Welding Inspector is responsible for welding and inspection work in an aerospace fusion-welding setting. The position requires CWI certification and welding certification to AWS D17.1/D17.1M, D1.1, or equivalent aerospace fusion-welding specifications. The employee operates GTWA and GMAW welding machines, welds thin aluminum and steel, reads blueprints and welding symbols, and uses calipers for basic measurements. The role also involves setting up jobs, supporting and training the welding team, and approving jobs. Supervisory responsibilities are indicated.

Requirements

• Required Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Certification in AWS D17.1/D17.1M, D1.1, or equivalent fusion welding for aerospace applications.
• Ability to operate GTWA and GMAW welding machines.
• Ability to weld thin aluminum and steel.
• Ability to understand basic measurements using calipers and basic welding symbols per AWS 2.4.
• Advanced blueprint-reading ability.
• Must own the tools needed to complete jobs, such as a welding helmet, gloves, clamps, and pliers.
• High school diploma or GED; alternatively, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and write English and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to follow detailed but uncomplicated instructions and solve problems in standardized situations.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for up to eight hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years of MIG welding experience (preferred).
• 10 years of TIG welding experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate GTWA and GMAW welding machines.
• Weld thin aluminum (035–060) and steel.
• Use calipers to make basic measurements.
• Understand and apply welding symbols per AWS 2.4.
• Read blueprints at an advanced level.
• Set up jobs and support the welding team.
• Train team members and approve jobs.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED