FlexSteel - Welder

Overview

This is a Flex Steel position and is located in Baytown, TX.

SUMMARY

Flex Steel () is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of Flex Steel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. Flex Steel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

• The Welder position includes, but is not limited to, fitting and welding pipe joints in accordance with Company established PQR and WPS procedures. The Welder is expected to be knowledgeable in the welding of an array of materials including, but not limited to, carbon steel and 316L stainless steel using the TIG and/or MIG welding process.

• Follows and complies with all safety procedures and regulations at all times, including proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Demonstrates punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintains traceability as required throughout fabrication and ensures that the correct materials are being used to weld.
• Welds components in accordance with established PQR and WPS procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness and preparation of components, including maintaining separation of carbon steel parts and stainless-steel parts.
• Inspects welds against product criteria and reports any quality defects to supervisor.
• Re-works non-conforming parts in accordance with NCR dispositions and approved documentation.
• Ensures work order documents (Welding Matrix, work order sign off) are filled out correctly each day and maintained in the work packet.
• Works in accordance with Flex Steel’s Quality Management System and Customer requirements, and supports other manufacturing operations as required.
• Ensures completed components are staged and stored in a way that prevents damage during transit to the next operation.
• Follows all 5S practices and supports lean activities, such as Kaizen events, MDI, and problem solving.
• Maintains production requirements and goals in the weld area by populating hour-by-hour boards, clocking into and out of work orders, and meeting production standards and customer delivery expectations.
• Works as part of a multi-functional team to promote continuous improvements to safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and product development.
• Other duties assigned by Shift Team Lead.

• None

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Welding certification or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 1-3 years manual TIG/MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read prints, WPS, and work instruction to have clear understanding of the approved manual welding process.
• Ability to read and understand x-ray films.
• Experience welding stainless and carbon steel metals required.
• Ability to weld groove welds in the 1G position.
• Experience working in a fast-paced work environment and meeting production metrics.
• Must be a team player.

• This position may require:
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • Background checks
  • Medical examinations
  • Safety certifications
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Working in various weather conditions
  • Travel to remote locations
• Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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