GTAW Manual Welder

Swagelok Northern California•Fremont, CA

1d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Manual Welder is to inspect, build, weld, and test custom-fabricated assemblies using customer-specified products as well as Swagelok products. This role is also responsible for equipment maintenance and upkeep, including identifying the need for and acquiring new equipment as required. The Manual Welder must demonstrate welding and inspection knowledge sufficient to work from general instructions, shop drawings, fluid system schematics, P&IDs, blueprints, and diagrams. Essential to success in this position is the ability to develop and maintain an extensive knowledge of Swagelok products and services and to effectively communicate that knowledge to others. The Manual Welder operates welding and inspection equipment within Swagelok Northern California facilities.

Requirements

Ability to learn multiple types of welding and test equipment (Swagelok power supplies, Swagelok standard/micro weld heads, dual/single chuck weld lathes, leak detection equipment, bore scope, Comparator, buffing wheels, and appropriate inspection gauges).
Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and products
Basic computer skills
Basic shop math – ability to do simple calculations such as stack-ups
Mechanical aptitude
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
Demonstrated knowledge of purging and pressurizing systems
Understanding of gauges including calipers, go/ no-go
Ability to read and interpret Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) prints is required
Demonstrated troubleshooting capability and the ability to work closely with Quality and Engineering functions
High attention to detail that is balanced by the ability to meet production demands
Required to communicate with various stakeholders
Required to read and view a computer screen
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is typical of an office, production or warehouse setting
Good vision: Must be able to sustain effective visual inspection over an 8-hour shift
Must be able to pass pre-employment and annual Vision Acuity tests
Lifting: May frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
Manual dexterity: Must demonstrate manual dexterity required to properly handle products and gauges
Sitting/ Standing: May be required to sit or stand 8 hours per day
Must be able to move throughout the shop floor to gather samples, move parts, etc.
High School Diploma or GED (required)

Nice To Haves

Five years’ experience of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) with Stainless Steel (preferred)

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and/or drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
Determine the appropriate welding program and method based on requirements
Operate Inspection equipment according to proper sequence of events to ensure the components are welded according to specifications
Align components using calipers, rulers, and other tools as well as clamp pieces
Perform visual examination of welds, including the use of a Borescope
Make sound decisions, on his/her own, when making needed adjustments
Perform to the safety and housekeeping standards in this area, including daily and weekly equipment maintenance
Use the necessary controls for weld parameter adjustments
Accurately adjust torch, gas lines and fixturing including Internal Purging of SST Tubing
Make accurate speed settings
Perform the required in-process inspections using knowledge of geometrical tolerancing
Use shop geometry and complex gages required for current parts, including use of the comparator
Identify the electrode that needs to be changed as needed
Change routine tooling
Set up and operate weld and Inspection equipment with minimal assistance
Clean/Inspect welding equipment accessories
Recognize and comply with all applicable Swagelok procedures
Understand QN (Quality Notification) paperwork and procedure
Use PVD (Primary Visual Display) and schedule boards
Understand standard work and workflows