Certified Welder - Part-Time, Weekend Shift

Certified Welder Position Summary

Performs a wide range of routine to complex manual, automatic and/or semiautomatic welds utilizing a variety of equipment on high temperature and high strength metal alloys, as specified by blueprints, layouts, welding procedures, and work instructions. Includes welding on commercial and military fabrications. In a team environment, work to develop processes, procedures, and tooling necessary to effectively weld completed assemblies.

• Properly set up and operate manual and automatic welding systems per work instructions and good welding practices.
• Positions and adjusts fixtures, attachments, or workpiece on machine, using visual acuity, hand tools and measuring devices.
• Adjust, within procedural limits, to fine-tune the process to achieve conformance standards.
• Read and understand product and process drawings, procedures, weld symbols, and quality requirements.
• Performs proper pre-weld cleaning and handling of parts.
• Inspects hardware to ensure specifications are met, by visual inspection and measuring devices.
• Maintain a high level of performance while following appropriate procedures and observing all pertinent safety rules and requirements.
• Maintain work area and equipment in an organized, clean, and FOD-free manner.
• Obtain and maintain all required qualifications and certifications in all appropriate metals.
• Ability to perform set-up and troubleshooting of weld equipment.
• Understand general and weld specific safety issues.
• Provide guidance to less experienced welders as necessary.
• Assist with skill development, safety, and other training of welders.
• Work with Engineering as needed to develop weld processes and resolve weld issues.
• Troubleshoot all weld equipment working in a team environment to maintain operational needs.

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• At least 8+ years of welding or related experience or demonstrated ability to perform the described responsibilities.
• Able to become certified to AWS D17.1.2001.
• Able to read and understand product and process drawings, procedures, weld symbols and quality requirements.
• Must demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
• Working knowledge of machine shop mathematics.
• Must demonstrate effective English verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player.

We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a  membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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