Welder

Weir•Belleview, FL

12d

About The Position

Townley, part of Weir, is hiring a Welder to perform MIG welding using spray arc transfer processes on pipes, cyclones, and other applications. The role also involves operating and maintaining robotic welding equipment, setting up welding equipment, monitoring weld quality, and completing assigned work while following safety expectations. Candidates will be required to complete a basic weld test during the interview: a horizontal T-joint weld and a butt-joint pipe weld. The position is scheduled for the first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with additional overtime available as business needs increase. Starting pay is $21.95 per hour or more. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with loud noise, high temperatures, dirt, and sand. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, dust masks, and/or respirators. Townley develops specialized elastomers, polyurethanes, rubber compounds, and proprietary alloys for wear challenges in dredging, mining, and power generation. Weir states its commitment to an inclusive and diverse workplace and equal opportunity employment.

Requirements

Proven experience with MIG welding using spray arc transfer or short arc transfer.
Strong knowledge of welding techniques and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding diagrams.
Excellent attention to detail and quality control skills.
Ability to proactively troubleshoot problems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to work as a team within the department and with other departments and leads.
Ability to work scheduled hours and comply with company policies.
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
Physical capability to handle tooling and safely set up large pieces, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning products.
Ability to stand, sit, and bend in a normal welding shop.
Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, dust masks, and/or respirators.
Must complete a basic weld test during the interview: a horizontal T-joint weld and a butt-joint pipe weld.

Nice To Haves

Fabricating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt component parts to achieve required configurations and welding positions.
Inspect and measure machined work pieces to verify conformance with specifications.
Remove rough spots from work pieces using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers.
Remove excess weld, slag, or spatter using hand scrapers, power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
Weld components in flat and vertical positions.
Examine finished work pieces to verify conformance with specifications.
Operate and maintain robotic welding equipment.
Set up welding equipment and adjust settings as needed.
Monitor welding processes for quality and accuracy.
Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment.
Follow supervisors’ instructions and direction to complete assigned projects.
Demonstrate commitment to zero-harm behaviors and support a strong safety culture.