Welder

Nextdeavor • Moncks Corner, SC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

You will join the manufacturing team performing manual, automatic, and semi-automatic welds on high-temperature and high-strength metal alloys that support critical product systems. Your work ensures component integrity and readiness for downstream assembly and testing; you will interact with production technicians, quality inspectors, and engineering. This is an onsite role on 2nd shift (3:00 PM–1:30 AM, Mon–Thu) with occasional training on 1st shift as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated TIG welding skill verified by passing AWS D17.1 1G weld test (requirements include 0.063" SS321 and 0.063" Hast-X butt joints at 1G position; welds must pass visual inspection, FPI, and X-Ray testing)
• Ability to pass weld defects visual inspection test
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions, procedures, drawings, and blueprints
• High level of manual dexterity, reliable judgment, and willingness to learn
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to accurately perform moderately complex mathematical calculations
• Basic computer operation skills
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Experience with semi-automatic or orbital welders
• Willingness to provide weld pictures or work samples for assessment
• Flexibility to train on 1st shift for several weeks if required
• Prior experience performing continuous GTAW welds over longer spans

Responsibilities

• Perform manual/automatic TIG and other welding processes, tacking, and weld repair at 1G (flat) on plates or pipes
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot welding equipment (manual TIG, JetLine, AMI, robotic, EBW, laser welding, etc.)
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to meet specifications
• Clean, cut, bend, clamp, and tack components into position prior to welding
• Monitor weld quality during and after welding using visual inspection and support nondestructive testing (FPI, X-Ray) processes
• Perform heat straightening and minor repairs on welding machinery and fixtures
• Follow established procedures and safety practices, and wear appropriate PPE

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage (includes prescription drug coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Voluntary optional life and accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability programs
• Adoption assistance
• Care.com membership
• Financial planning assistance
• Supplemental benefits available (identity protection, legal protection, pet wellness)
• Paid Time Off
• up to 13 company-paid holidays
• Relocation sign-on bonus up to $5,000 (requires a 2-year commitment or repayment if you leave before 2 years)

What This Job Offers

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