Welder - Experienced

Tranter•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Welder, or Brazer, is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together or repairing damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape.

Requirements

Must pass 3G plate test and 6G pipe test (to be considered for hire).
Proven experience as an ASME code welder
Must consistently demonstrate code quality work.
Ability to make proper code weld repairs.
Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use required protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
Attention to detail
Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments
Effectively communicate with internal and external business partners, English preferred
Maintain compliance with organizational Core Values
Exhibit and develop organizational Leadership Competencies
Comply to Production SOP’s
Work effectively in a team-based environment
3 years welding experience preferred
High School Education, diploma, or equivalent
Must pass 3G plate test and 6G pipe test as a condition of employment or internal move into this role.
LEAN experience in manufacturing environment
Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, etc.)
Experienced in welding various metals (e.g. stainless steel, carbon steel, titanium, etc.)
Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
Must be able to sit/stand/walk for up to 10 hours/day
Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
Must be able to see details at close range.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials

Responsibilities

Follow HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) regulations and policies
Follow and provide input to all work instructions
Achieve team goals and objectives for achievement of operational results: Safety; Quality; Delivery; and Productivity (SQDP)
Follow and provide input to the lean enterprise system in all phases of the production process
Meet the department objectives/KPI’s
Must maintain required ASME Welding certifications.
Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
Ability to apply ASME code quality welds using all types of metals (stainless steel, carbon steel, titanium, etc.)
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures prior to starting a project
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
Obtain the materials to be used in the project
Set up components for welding according to specifications, cut material with hand tools (powered and manual) as required to meet requirements.
Prepare joints properly prior to welding.
Layout job as required using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
Properly prepare, assemble, and tack weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
Properly follow assigned WPS.
Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
Checking finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints
Perform VT/PT on work to identify any flaws.
Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety and ensures continued proper functionality (preventive maintenance)
Repair machinery and other components by welding as needed.
Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
Work overtime as needed
Other duties as assigned