TIG Welder I

Porvair Filtration Group Inc•Ashland, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

A TIG Welder I specializes in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding to create precise and high-quality welds, particularly on thin materials and specialized metals. This role is critical in the production of high-quality filters. The TIG Welder will utilize machining and welding equipment, assembly fixturing, and measurement equipment to ensure product is made to the customer specifications.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of experience in a manual machine shop environment
Strong knowledge of TIG welding techniques and experience working with various metals
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
Commitment to safety and quality in welding practices
Pre-test required.

Responsibilities

Set up TIG welding equipment and prepare materials for welding.
Comprehend drawings and process specifications required to fabricate high tolerance, complex parts while showcasing a clear knowledge of welding symbols, welding definitions, and terminology.
Perform TIG welding on various metals according to blueprints, job cards, technical/engineering drawings, and other specifications.
Produce and verify work according to production schedule and specified requirements: Ensure high-quality and precise welds, minimizing contamination and defects.
Monitor the welding process to maintain quality and safety standards.
Inspect completed welds for structural integrity and finish quality.
Collaborate with the production lead (i.e. engineering team) to develop manufacturing routings and tooling, as required.
Meet targets for safety, quality, on time delivery, productivity, and costs in ways that include, but are not limited to properly utilizing inspection equipment, drafting welding instructions, defining testing requirements, making trial welds, creating experimental products, and/or preparing reports for conformance to codes, other standards, or other documents for both internal and external compliance entities.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of welding equipment prior to use to ensure compliance with traveler specifications.
Report production output accurately.
Follow Quality Management System (QMS) protocols and ensure a clean work environment.
Other related duties as assigned.