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Weld Finishing Technician

Laitram Machinery
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2026
Laitram Machinery, Inc. has a position available for a Weld Clean Technician. This individual will be a key player in fabrication operations at our Harahan, LA location. Applicants should be self-starters, able to complete tasks with little direct supervision.

For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

BENEFITS: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more.

Responsibilities

  • Intake new items for processing.
  • Clean and prepare welded equipment for chemical treatment.
  • Apply chemical treatment to welded equipment in accordance with procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Identify HOT, inner company, and service orders and prioritize work accordingly.
  • Inspect work to ensure welds are clean and quality meets Laitram standards.
  • Move completed work to the correct next step in the production process.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to follow a work schedule and meet due dates.
  • Ability to shift focus based on changing plans and priorities.
  • Ability to be self-managed and work with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift 50 pounds.

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