Welder

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General information:

Hitachi Energy is seeking Welder for its Crystal Springs, Mississippi location. This role is responsible for for assembly pieces of a transformer utilizing the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process. Employees have job duties that also include; reading blueprints, cutting metal, measuring and cutting materials and checking tolerances on finished work.

Available shifts:

First Shift: 7:00am - 2:30 pm

Second Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Responsibilities:

• Handle transformers, welded assemblies, and miscellaneous parts with an overhead crane, jib hoist, and/or fork truck.
• Identify parts and assemble transformers or assemblies from assembly prints.
• Set up and connect welding machine, wire feeders, welding guns, and shielding gas regulators for Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) process.
• Perform welding work as directed by Welding Supervisor.
• Remove welds on transformers or other parts using the Air Carbon Arc Gouging process (electric arc and compressed air) or another method.
• Perform air tests on certain portions of the transformer as required.
• Perform grinding on transformers or welded assemblies as required.
• Knowledge and ability to perform Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Observe and follow all Hitachi Energy Safety protocols.
• Attend Safety meetings and morning Start-up meetings as required.
• Complete the required transformer checklists and documents.
• Must successfully pass Hitachi Energy Welder Qualification tests.

Your background:

• Diploma of vocational (welding) studies preferred.
• Knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience.
• 1-year previous FCAW welding experience.
• Knowledge in material handling and operation of hand power tools.
• Knowledge of properly reading and understanding assembly/fabrication prints.
• Attention to detail and self-motivated. Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends and holidays.

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Production & Skilled Trades

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R0077493

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We employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth:
Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

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