Production Welder B - 2nd Shift

Textron • Wichita, KS

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome you to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. You could be our next great fit! We’re Here to Support You: We understand the hiring process can be overwhelming which is why our team is committed to assisting you at each stage. If you have questions, visit the Career & Learning Center located in Wichita, Kansas where you’ll find answers and additional resources as you explore your career opportunities with us. Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information. We are hiring immediately for a Production Welder What you will be doing as a Production Welder: In this role, you can expect to perform a variety of production welding operations on different metal parts, ensuring smooth and fully penetrated welds. You'll also have the opportunity to assist both higher and lower grade Welders, enhancing your skills and experience. Join us to be part of a dynamic team creating the future of flight.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of tig welding experience required (experience may include holding Production Welder C classification) without a Technical School Certification or a minimum of one year experience required with a Technical School Certification.
• A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required
• Must be able to obtain 3 tig weld certifications (of your choosing and with supervision approval) within a period of 9 months of entering this classification. Certification choices include: Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Steel Inconel
• Must be able to pass written welding exam and annual eye exam
• Ability to work in working conditions exposed to sparks, fumes, heat, and other shop floor related environment

Nice To Haves

• Diversified production and tack welding, brazing, spot, seam, soldering, and flame heat treating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welding Operations \: Perform fusion welding processes (solder, tungsten inert gas (TIG), spot, seam, orbital) on various metal alloys, including carbon steel, stainless steel, Inconel, magnesium, and titanium
• Equipment Setup \: Set up parts and operate welding equipment, input sequence of events in work center console, and improvise holding and locating devices
• Material Preparation \: Clean, form, and position parts, tubes, and assemblies; determine welding sequence to minimize internal stress and defects
• Finishing and Testing \: Grind and smooth welded parts to appearance specifications, perform leak tests on welded parts and assemblies
• Assembly and Adjustment \: Check, join, straighten, or hand form detail and welded assemblies; operate power machines like band saws, drill presses, and sandblasting equipment
• Heating and Quenching \: Select proper heating coil and holding fixtures, adjust time cycle and voltage, regulate coolant flow, prepare quenching media, and apply flux and solder rings

Benefits

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy
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What This Job Offers

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