Production Welder

Production Welder

We are seeking a skilled Production Welder to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for understanding technical specifications or assembly drawings, operating welding equipment, and maintaining a safe working environment. As a Production Welder, you will join production materials, weld assembly components, equipment fabrications, inspect welds for accuracy, and maintain welding machinery. Our ideal candidate is proficient in using electrical or manual tools, have an eye for detail, and works well in a team environment. Ultimately, the role of the Production Welder is to ensure that welding operations are carried out according to specifications and in a safe and efficient manner.

This position requires on-site presence.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret drawings and take or read measurements to execute tasks and develop procedures.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
• Precision Weld small and large components such as copper, stainless steel, and super duplex plumbing, beams, and pipelines.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Use specialized machinery for industrial welding and oversee machines that perform the same job.
• Maintain and repair all machinery.
• Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Manage welding supplies inventory and place orders when necessary.
• Report any issues or delays in the welding process to the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. At least 5 years of experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven work experience as a Production Welder.
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.).
• Deftness and attention to detail.
• Proficient in English.
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. Salamander reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the role as necessary.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salamander is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s Policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.