Welder

POSITION DETAILS

Position Summary

Perform diversified arc, SMAW, GTAW and acetylene duties on production, salvage or maintenance parts for both Navy and Commercial product

Principal Activities

• Produce a variety of high-quality welds utilizing GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick) welding processes. X-ray quality welds will be required for specific joints, applications, and welder performance qualifications.


• Perform welding using a 2-axis tilt and rotate positioners.


• Perform production and repair welding to castings, forgings, piping, and plate made from a variety of alloys including, but not limited to, Carbon Steel, 70/30 Copper Nickel, Nickel-Copper, Stainless Steel, Inconel, and HY-80.


• Perform welding of a verity of different joint types, including Full Penetration single-bevel joints with backing, or double-bevel joints without backing, Piping and Socket seal, Cladding for corrosion resistance, and Hardfacing for wear resistance.


• Assemble parts and weld joints together with care and safety.


• Perform pre-weld and in-process welding inspections.


• Ability to identify machining discrepancies or welding and casting defects.


• Assist in troubleshooting problems, determining causes, and requesting for repair documentation as needed.


• Verify one’s own work for compliance with the requirements and report any deviations from specifications to management.


• Complete all necessary documentation and work in strict compliance with company and customer procedures and policies.


• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following company 5-S practices.


• Assist department head as needed.


• Accomplish manufacturing and organization goals by completing tasks as required.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in producing high quality welds in pipe and plate, or training equivalent


• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or production environment (or training equivalent).


• Experience welding on U.S. Navy product or vessels would be a plus.


• Successful completion vocational training, or a Welding certification program, or the equivalent in proven experience required (Previous employer certifications). 


• Excellent proficiency with GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (stick) welding processes are required.


• Must be attentive to detail


• Ability to read blueprints per AWS A2.4, drawings, and specifications necessary


• Must routinely lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.


• Basic reading and math skills required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

CIRCOR is an EEO Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities