TIG Welder/Fabricator

Niowave Inc.•Lansing, MI

18d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will work with various types of metals with various thickness: stainless steel, copper, carbon steel, and aluminum. This position is also conducting fabrication involving laying out, cutting, fitting, measuring, and welding metals to create the desired shape or object.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
Basic computer skills
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents, and fractions to decimal equivalents
5+ years of TIG welding experience
Basic familiarity with MIG, TIG, or Stick welding
Experience with steel, aluminum, titanium, copper, and stainless steel
Ability to read simple blueprints and follow work instructions
Basic OSHA safety training
Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization – appreciates the history of current state, know how and when to make suggestions, as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state
Understands your own communication and learning styles, can assess others’ styles, and is able to find the right path to best connect with colleagues
Demonstrates skilled mechanical aptitude & technical documentation skills
Possesses ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrates good problem solving and decision-making skills
Displays good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Is self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Associates degree/technical school
8+ years of TIG welding experience
Proficiency with MIG, TIG, or Stick welding
Experience with steel, aluminum, titanium, copper, and stainless steel
Experience with breaks, shears, drill press, manual lathe and manual Bridgeport’s highly preferred
Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges
Knowledge of raw materials, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Completion of a welding certificate program or vocational training

Responsibilities

Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a welding procedure specification
Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements
Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
TIG weld steel, aluminum, copper and stainless steel components
Follow, create, and help maintain welding procedure specifications
Operate machinery, such as forklifts and cranes
Perform minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
Uphold all ISO and OSHA standards