Senior Welder

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Bridgeton, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Leonardo DRS is seeking a full time Senior Welder for our Bridgeton, MO facility. This position will be responsible for fabricating and manufacturing production parts in accordance with sketches and blueprints provided. The role will also include interfacing with Engineering when needed for various fabrications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
5+ years of welding experience
Proficiency with MIG and TIG welding
Experience interpreting sketches, blueprints and weld symbols
Experience cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal surfaces
Understanding of metallurgy, metal tolerances and types of metal (e.g., steel, aluminum)
Attention to detail
Ability to resolve issues with equipment or materials
Ability to walk, sit, stand, stoop, climb, kneel, and bend for extended periods of time
Ability to lift heavy materials
Ability to access and work within restricted spaces in and around vehicles when necessary
Safety adherence, compliant with OSHA and company safety procedures
Effective verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

Understand requirements, possess appropriate skills, and perform various welding processes in all positions on products of all applicable metals
Weld with a high degree of proficiency, experience and knowledge, able to meet various codes and specifications including AWS and ASME
Know, qualify and perform the following: MIG: carbon steels, stainless steel, and aluminum and combination; TIG: carbon steels, stainless steel, aluminum, and combination; Submerge ARC: carbon steels, stainless steel, and combination; Flux Core: carbon steels, stainless steel, and combination
Perform material preparation, open set-up and fit to meet process requirements proficiently in all required operations
Read blueprints, weld symbols and NDE symbols and interpret acceptance criteria
Coordinate effective communication regarding production processes with other departments such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Sales
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
Accurately perform visual inspection of weldments to confirm compliance to various codes and standards
Perform daily and weekly maintenance on all equipment
Share technical requirements, techniques, safety information, etc. with peers
May perform aspects of inspection: in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source
Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
Follow written work instructions
Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
Proper use of required PPE
Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
May assist in orienting and training lower level employees
May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc.
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Benefits

comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
legal insurance
401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
community service hours