Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking skilled Welders to join a manufacturing team in Atkins, Virginia. The ideal candidates will have hands-on welding experience, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a strong commitment to quality and workplace safety.
The role involves preparing metal components, setting up welding equipment, performing welding operations, inspecting completed welds, and finishing fabricated parts to meet production specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, welding symbols, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
- Prepare metal components by cleaning, measuring, cutting, aligning, and removing rust, oil, and other contaminants.
- Select appropriate welding methods, including MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), based on material type and project requirements.
- Set up, configure, and operate welding machines by adjusting voltage, amperage, wire speed, and other parameters.
- Perform welding operations to join metal components while maintaining proper weld alignment, penetration, strength, and appearance.
- Weld components in various positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead, as required.
- Use plasma cutters, angle grinders, torches, and other fabrication tools to prepare and finish materials.
- Inspect welds for defects such as cracks, porosity, and incomplete penetration.
- Measure completed welds using appropriate gauges and measuring instruments to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Perform weld repairs and modifications when defects or changes are identified.
- Grind, smooth, and clean weld seams to achieve the required finish.
- Maintain welding equipment and perform routine inspections, cleaning, and minor troubleshooting.
- Follow established welding procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate records of welding activities, equipment inspections, and quality checks.
- Report equipment malfunctions, defective welds, and production issues to supervisors.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all applicable fire prevention and ventilation requirements.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven hands-on experience as a Welder, preferably in an industrial, energy, or electrical manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in one or more welding processes, such as MIG, TIG, Stick, or FCAW.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of metal preparation, welding equipment setup, and weld inspection procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and practical problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to identify welding defects and perform necessary corrections.
Preferred Qualifications
- Welding certification or technical training in welding or metal fabrication.
- Experience working in the energy, electrical equipment, or industrial manufacturing industry.
- Familiarity with weld measurement tools and quality inspection techniques.
- Knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and welding documentation procedures.
Work Environment and Safety
- Manufacturing environment involving metal fabrication, welding equipment, and industrial tools.
- Ability to work safely around heat, sparks, metal surfaces, and welding fumes.
- Must follow PPE requirements, ventilation procedures, and fire prevention protocols.
- Ability to maintain focus, follow technical instructions, and meet production and quality expectations.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a dependable, quality-focused Welder with practical experience in metal fabrication and industrial welding. They should be comfortable reading technical drawings, operating welding equipment, identifying defects, and working safely to meet production deadlines.