TIG Welder (La Porte, IN)

Berry Metal Company • La Porte, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Berry Metal Company is seeking an onsite TIG Welder for its La Porte, Indiana facility. The TIG Welder – BOF Tip Welding Specialist performs high-precision welding on Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) tips and related components. The role requires advanced TIG welding skills, attention to detail, and experience with high-heat, wear-resistant materials. The successful candidate has a background in rebuild and repair welding and consistently produces high-quality, defect-free welds in a production or repair environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of welding experience in a steel mill, foundry, or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience with BOF tip welding, rebuild, or similar high-wear components.
• Strong blueprint-reading skills and knowledge of weld symbols.
• Experience welding stainless steel, high-alloy, and heat-resistant materials.
• Experience producing code-compliant welds on tight-tolerance, complex assemblies and passing required certification tests.
• Strong attention to quality, troubleshooting, communication, teamwork, and time management, with the ability to meet production deadlines.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 60 pounds; working in confined spaces, awkward positions, or elevated areas; and wearing required PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Technical welding certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG (GTAW), build-up, and repair welding on BOF tips, nozzles, and related components, including worn or damaged parts, to restore functionality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld procedures, technical drawings, weld symbols, and welding specifications to meet quality standards.
• Inspect welds for accuracy, penetration, and defects, and perform rework as needed.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, grinding, and fitting components before welding.
• Operate welding equipment, positioners, and grinders safely and efficiently; monitor heat input and distortion to protect component integrity.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineering, quality, and production teams to meet production goals, project requirements, and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with company and OSHA standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Flexible schedule.
• Ongoing training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED