TIG Welder

TIG Welder

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Reporting To: Manufacturing Manager

Compensation: $26.00 - $29.00 / hour

This position is responsible for TIG and Laser welding components with varying thickness

• Perform high-quality welds using TIG welding with a foot pedal or laser processes, ensuring precision and strong joints
• Demonstrate expertise in metals and the properties of various alloys, including materials as thin as 19-gauge
• Interpret and understand blueprints and welding callouts to guide fabrication and assembly
• Utilize precise measuring tools and methods, including calipers, micrometers, and scales, to ensure accuracy
• Operate additional hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment, such as oxyacetylene torches, for cutting, heating, or brazing tasks
• Conduct thorough assessments to ensure all critical weld requirements and quality standards are met
• Apply fixturing techniques and use specialized tools to achieve precise fitment of parts before welding
• Consistently follow all required safety protocols and correctly use personal protective equipment

• Proficient in TIG welding thin-gauge sheet steel and aluminum
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence
• Strong math skills for measurement and unit conversions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform job duties as described
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels

What’s in it for you on Day 1:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Basic Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Flexible PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications.

Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is targeted to be between $26.00 to $29.00 per hour. Individual compensation decisions are based on factors including prior experience, cost of living in the assigned location, schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers.

Applicants with varying levels of experience may be paid at different points within the stated range. If updates to the salary range occur, they will be communicated during the recruitment process.

ITAR Statement: This position may require access to technical data controlled under ITAR or EAR. Applicants must be U.S. persons or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from third-party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, agencies must be pre-approved vendors with a valid contract and must be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position. Do not submit resumes via e-mail or outside of the careers portal. Resumes submitted in this manner become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.

IT is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. Violations may result in penalties.