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