Welder

BS&B SAFETY SYSTEMS, LLC..•Minneapolis, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weld Operator will use manual and semi-automated TIG welding systems & automated laser welding systems to assemble precision pressure relief products as directed by Company and customer procedures, drawings, and specifications. The Weld Operator shall also conduct assembled product validation that includes He/Mass Spectrometer leak testing, bubble leak testing, pressure testing, weld sectioning, and set pressure destructive testing. In addition, the Weld Operator will participate in improvement projects focused on products and processes as directed by Quality and Engineering Departments. The Weld Operator is expected to work and communicate well with other team members at the Minneapolis facility including assistance with other product assembly and testing processes as assigned by Management.

Requirements

Minimum: Vocational training relevant to light manufacturing assembly of metal products preferably including Laser or TIG welding with appropriate technical school qualification / certification.
Minimum 3 years of hands on and demonstrated experience in custom component or device fabrication industry in product assembly role using TIG, Laser or other precision welding technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience in metal product manufacture within automotive, aerospace, or medical devices industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Skillfully run Company welding equipment, taking responsibility for set up of components, and removal of assembled products according to Company procedures to produce product results that meet Company and customer requirements that are both functional and cosmetic.
Set up production runs diligently to limit consumption of test articles and seek assistance promptly when expected weld assembly results are not achieved.
Ensure use of correct tooling and fixtures for each production run and identify maintenance and improvement opportunities as they arise.
Follow Company procedures and drawings at all times, seeking clarification when required.
Participate in time studies to quantify processing times.
At all times maintain traceability of materials and components used, keeping the highest level of housekeeping in the work area to avoid cross contamination of product.
Complete required order documentation prescribed for the task at hand.
Read schematics, assembly drawings, data sheets, and process sheets in support of product and process activities.
Conduct nondestructive testing on product that includes Helium / Mass Spectrometer leak testing, bubble leak testing, and pressure testing.
Conduct destructive testing on product that includes weld sectioning, and set pressure burst testing.
Responsible for reporting, at the earliest stage, any equipment or tooling degradation that could potentially impact product quality.
Responsible for maintaining & storing all weld fixtures & test fixtures for welded assemblies in their designated locations.
Conduct laser marking of products according to order requirements.
Conduct degreasing of products according to order requirements.
Comply with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements, and support all team members in maintaining compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.