Senior TIG Welder 2nd Shift

Ametek, Inc.•Aurora, IL

About The Position

The Senior TIG Welder lays out, measures, and aligns metal workpieces before welding; cuts and deburrs metal components; and assesses welds to ensure they are clean, error-free, and compliant with relevant welding codes. The role follows and maintains Standard Work, operates and troubleshoots equipment, performs TIG welding and qualified welds on a range of metals, supports continuous improvement, and trains others. The position also requires maintaining an organized work area and following area and AMETEK procedures and the code of conduct.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5–7 years of experience.
Ability to read and write in English.
Basic computer literacy using Microsoft Windows.
Basic math skills and ability to use measurement equipment such as a ruler, scale, calipers, and tape measure.
Ability to use hand tools such as wire strippers, pliers, and wrenches.
Proficient with TIG welding.
Ability to execute Standard Work with support from others on complex tasks.
Expert status in all aspects of Standard Work, including setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
Ability to perform standard weld qualifications on SST, CS, Hastelloy, Monel, and other exotic metals.
Ability to train others and execute Standard Work efficiently.

Responsibilities

Follow current Standard Work and take accountability for the quality of work performed.
Identify out-of-standard and nonconforming conditions and alert the Team Lead and/or Supervisor for remediation.
Identify sources of workflow waste and work with the Team Lead or Supervisor to eliminate them.
Identify and propose improvements to safety, quality, throughput, and teamwork.
Maintain a clean, organized work area using 5S methods.
Continuously learn new job skills within the workflow or plant to improve organizational effectiveness.
Perform all work according to area and AMETEK procedures and code of conduct.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot tools and equipment necessary to execute Standard Work.
Perform TIG welding and standard weld qualifications on SST, CS, Hastelloy, Monel, and other exotic metals, either alone or joined to other materials.
Train others and help improve their efficiency.
Assess and resolve problems in executing Standard Work and suggest improvements through the A3 process.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Lay out, measure, and align metal workpieces prior to welding; cut and deburr metal components; assess welds for cleanliness, errors, and compliance with relevant welding codes.