Welder

Trident Maritime Systems • High Bridge, NJ

27d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is a crucial part of the multi-step process involved in creating products from diverse alloys. The Welder utilizes a range of welding equipment set up in various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead) to permanently join metal components. The position also involves managing paperwork associated with the product's progression through the production sequence.

Requirements

• Proficiency in loading and unloading material onto welding equipment without damaging the product
• Ability to read and understand welding procedures
• Competency in various welding positions, including flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead
• Proficiency in various welding techniques, such as TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), MIG (Metal Inert Gas), and ARC
• Skill in selecting and setting up welding equipment
• Experience with lift trucks and/or successful completion of Lift Truck competency review
• Basic knowledge of different welding techniques and welding equipment
• Willingness to progress through in-service training at specified timeframes
• Accurate reading of tape measures and other measuring tools
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Completion of a trade school welding training program or relevant experience (may be substituted)
• High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• Industry welding certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semiautomatic welding
• Inspect welds to ensure they meet specified standards during the welding process
• Identify and address product defects
• Conduct dimensional measurements on products before and after welding
• Report equipment or product issues
• Brief the incoming shift on work in progress
• Ensure forklifts are in good working condition for loading and unloading
• Maintain product identification for traceability before and after work
• Verify that shop router and product material match and that the router is signed off by the prior department
• Prioritize safety, adhering to company safety requirements, and remaining aware of surroundings at all times

Benefits

• Cigna medical, dental
• VSP vision
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account (with company contributions)
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Safety shoe reimbursement, $200 per year
• Prescription safety glasses program
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Employee referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees