Welder - Level 2

Swagelok Company•Solon, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At this level, the operator shall be proficient at their job with only limited help while maintaining performance objectives regarding standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems. The operator will operate welding equipment within both cellular and non-cellular work environments. This position requires the ability to learn multiple types of welding and test equipment (Swagelok power supplies, Swagelok standard/micro weld heads, dual/single chuck weld lathes, leak detection equipment, bore scope, VAC Dri-Train, Comparator, buffing wheels, and appropriate inspection gages). Print reading ability is required. The ability to troubleshoot and make appropriate judgment calls based on experience is required. The welder must demonstrate a high attention to detail, which is balanced by the ability to meet production demands.

Requirements

No Education Required
Print reading ability is required
The ability to trouble shoot and make appropriate judgment calls based on experience is required
Must demonstrate a high attention to detail, that is balanced by the ability to meet production demands
Basic computer skills
Basic shop math – ability to do simple calculations such as stack-ups
Mechanical aptitude
Troubleshooting skills
Understanding of gages including calipers, go/ no-go, and comparator

Nice To Haves

Shop floor experience
Experience with Nickel-based and other exotic alloys
Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and products
A general knowledge of SAP is preferred

Responsibilities

Makes sound decisions, on his/her own, to make adjustments when needed
Performs the safety and housekeeping standards in this area and daily and weekly maintenance on the equipment
Uses the necessary controls for weld parameter adjustments
Accurately adjusts of torch, gas lines and fixturing
Makes accurate speed settings
Performs the required in process inspections
Uses shop geometry and complex gages required for current part including use of the comparator
Can identify the electrode that needs to be changed
Changes routine tooling
Can successfully setup and operate equipment with minimal assistance
Cleans/Inspects welding equipment accessories
Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures
Understands QN (Quality Notification) paperwork and procedure
Uses PVD (Primary Visual Display) and schedule boards
Understands standard work and workflows
Does not experience excessive down time and/or ask for help due to elementary problems that were overlooked