Welder 1

Watts Water•Hutchinson, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Production team, the Welder fabricates components used in the manufacture of boilers and boiler room equipment. The role performs welding operations in accordance with engineering specifications, quality standards, applicable welding procedures, and production requirements while supporting safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. The position has no direct supervisory responsibility and reports to the Production Supervisor. It is onsite at the company’s manufacturing facility in Hutchinson, Kansas. No travel is anticipated. Scheduled work hours will be communicated by the manager. The Welder works with carbon steel plate and components, prepares and finishes surfaces, operates welding and fabrication equipment, interprets drawings and instructions, and inspects completed work. The position requires following welding procedures, quality controls, safety rules, and personal protective equipment requirements, while meeting production standards and maintaining a clean, organized work area. The role may include other duties and special projects assigned by the Production Supervisor or company management. This position requires standing and walking for extended periods; lifting and carrying up to 25 (unit not specified); frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and twisting; and working from ladders, scaffolding, or elevated platforms. Work involves operating equipment and performing precision welding in a manufacturing environment, wearing required protective equipment, and potential exposure to heat, sparks, welding fumes, noise, and moving equipment. Essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. The position is at will.

Requirements

Experience performing MIG and Stick (SMAW) welding in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings.
Ability to read and accurately use tape measures and other measuring devices.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
Ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Understanding of basic fabrication and welding safety practices.
Ability to meet established productivity and quality standards.
Understanding of and adherence to company policies, safety procedures, and quality requirements.
Successful establishment of employment eligibility and satisfactory completion of applicable background checks, drug screening, and pre-employment testing as conditions of employment.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process.
Ability to maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees and adhere to Watts’ cultural beliefs.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift and carry up to 25 (unit not specified); and bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, and twist regularly.
Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.
Ability to use both hands and arms to operate welding equipment, grinders, and hand tools.
Ability to perform precision welding and fabrication activities in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work around heat, sparks, welding fumes, noise, and moving equipment.
Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Experience working in an ASME Code manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Duo-Shield (FCAW), TIG (GTAW), and/or Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) processes.
Current welding certifications or ability to obtain additional welding qualifications.
Experience welding pressure vessels, boilers, or other heavy fabricated equipment.
Familiarity with Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), weld inspection requirements, and code-related tolerances.
Technical or vocational training in welding, fabrication, or a related field.
Multi-process welding experience and demonstrated ability to work across a variety of fabrication applications.

Responsibilities

Weld carbon steel plate and components according to approved welding procedures and production requirements.
Grind, clean, and prepare surfaces before and after welding as required.
Operate MIG welders, stick welders, grinders, and other fabrication tools and equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, work instructions, and production drawings.
Produce welds meeting company quality standards and applicable code requirements.
Follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Quality Control procedures.
Inspect completed work and identify potential quality issues before products advance to the next production stage.
Maintain knowledge of welding processes, fabrication techniques, and departmental procedures.
Complete assigned tasks within established production standards and timelines.
Support continuous improvement by developing welding skills and obtaining additional welding qualifications as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Follow company safety rules, procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Demonstrate Watts values of Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, and Transparency.
Take on other duties and special projects as assigned by the Production Supervisor or company management.