Welder

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Perform manual and semi‑automatic welding on all types of materials, components, and products.

• Setup, adjust, and operate all types of manual and semi‑automatic welding equipment (e.g., SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, Bortech) in accordance with the proper Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) efficiently.
• Provide technical support for Sales during the inquiry process.
• Ensure welding is performed so that welds can pass RT and UT requirements.
• Verify welding and material compliance with drawings, standards, and specifications.
• Perform pre‑heat and post‑heat operations.
• Perform all types of gouging operations.
• Maintain accurate welding and material records.
• Clean up welds by grinding, buffing, and/or other means to provide an acceptable surface condition.
• Assist and train other welders as required.
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to the Foreman.
• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.
• Weld fixtures, temporary lugs, dies, and other non‑production items in accordance with the proper WPS.
• Perform small repairs and preventative maintenance on the welding equipment.
• Assist in placing and removing pieces, components, and products to/from the welding area.
• Operate jib cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for moving material, components, and equipment within the plant. Occasionally operate overhead cranes and tow motors to support small moves and keep production flowing.
• Perform general labor duties as required (e.g., grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and railcars, bricking furnace).
• Keep the working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (e.g., pick up tools, roll‑up hoses and cables, sweep).

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Temporary
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Oil and Gas
• Location:
  
  Taylor Forge, Paola
• EOE Statement: EOE/Veterans/Disabled