TIG WELDER

Allentown LLC•Allentown, NJ

18h•$26 - $30

About The Position

The TIG Welder performs weld preparation, fitting, welding, and weld-finishing operations on stainless steel parts using the TIG process. The role welds components to blueprint or drawing specifications and follows applicable Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and production procedures. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and reports to the Production Manager.

Requirements

Knowledge of blueprint reading, drawings, calipers, grinders, hand clamps, and measuring tapes.
Ability to weld light-gauge stainless steel material from .048 to .120 inches.
Successful completion of an internal welding test.
Ability to perform shop math and convert decimals to fractions and fractions to decimals.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment under tight time constraints.
Understanding of production procedures.
Compliance with health and safety regulations and consistent use of required personal protective equipment, including protective gloves, safety glasses, TIG welding equipment, and welding masks.
High attention to detail.
Excellent time-management skills and work ethic.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to stand continuously for long periods.
Ability to perform out-of-position welds involving leaning, bending, and reaching over.
Ability to lift and transport 50 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

TIG weld stainless steel components to blueprint and drawing specifications in 1G, 2G, 3G, or 4G positions.
Read and interpret blueprints to determine welding and assembly requirements.
Set up welding machines according to job requirements or WPS, including setting programs and creating weld parameters such as amperage, gas flow, and polarity.
Follow and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications and load parts properly.
Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies using straightedges, combination or framing squares, and tape measures.
Finish parts using manual and power grinding tools as needed, including grinders, sanders, and cutters.
Identify faulty equipment operation or defective materials and notify a supervisor.
Monitor welding to prevent overheating, warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Use conventional and precision measuring instruments, including calipers and measuring tape.
Assemble items as instructed by a supervisor or manager.
Follow safety rules, quality standards, company policies, and procedures.
Perform assignments safely and productively while maintaining high quality.
Follow standardized work practices in a continuous-improvement environment.
Keep work areas clean and organized and care for equipment and facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.