LSV IAM Metal Fab & Welding II

BAE Systems•Louisville, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Production Welder who takes pride in their work and rises to the challenge to deliver products that help protect the lives of those who serve. Here, you’ll grow your career through training and development opportunities and the support of a knowledgeable team. We are committed to excellence with the products we make and by providing an environment where our employees feel valued. Enjoy a career where you can feel safe, be rewarded, and proud of the work you do. This position is based at our Louisville, Kentucky facility on the Weekend 1st Shift. Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 5am-5pm (This position will ultimately be on the weekend "B1" shift from 5AM to 5PM. It will likely require a period of training on the week day shift before moving to the weekend.)

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, with 3 years of welding experience.
Ability to read specifications.
Must be capable of setting up and operating a wide range of fabrication and welding equipment to include but not limited to: band saw, cut off saw, rollers, press, pipe, plasma, weld, and various power tools.
Must make complex setups and hold close tolerances in the fabrication and weld manufacturing cycle of a variety of parts made from various materials and configurations—bar stock, ferrous and nonferrous metals, stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, Monel, Inconel, and Hy80.
Must be able to weld the following processes and pass functional weld test: (GTAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding; (GMAW) Pulsed Spray; Gas Metal Arc Welding; (FCAW) Flux Core Arc Weld; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW); Automatic Submerged Arc Welding (SAW).
Employees will be required to pass additional function tests to meet visual and workmanship requirements on certain products or programs.
Must be able to use cutting and metal removal processes such as (CAC-A) Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging, and (OFC) Oxy-fuel Cutting.
Must be able to weld in all positions: Flat, Vertical, Horizontal, Overhead, etc. as required.
Must be able to weld the following materials: Steel, Stainless, Aluminum, and any other materials, some of high complexity, required by a particular program.
Must be able to pass a written exam covering all Workmanship Specifications and acceptance criteria for Visual Inspection.
Must have the knowledge and the ability to apply algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions to blueprint dimensions in the manufacture of complex parts.
In-process and completed welds shall meet visual and workmanship requirements IAW governing fabrication document(s) to include but not limited to weld contouring, joint fit-up inspection, 5X visual inspection of root weld, weld spatter removal, arc strikes, etc.
Welding operations shall follow IAW established Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) at all times; including but not limited to amperage, volts, travel speed, filler material type, preheat and interpass temperature, etc.

Responsibilities

Perform precise welding on various materials (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to plan layouts.
Operate and maintain welding equipment, including torches, grinders, and welding machines.
Inspect completed welds for flaws and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
Maintain a clean work area and strictly follow OSHA regulations, including using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Suggest and work with Manufacturing Engineering and others in developing alternate methods and procedures which contribute toward more efficient and economic product manufacturing.
Employees assigned to closed areas may be required to assist with ancillary tasks such as painting, blasting, assembly to ensure product completed.
Perform fitting and fabrication functions as assigned.
Understand shop floor computerized time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities. Examples of those responsibilities are clocking in and out upon arrival and departure from work, close production order operations when work is complete, etc.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards