Combination Welder in Poway

At Valley Metals, LLC., a division of Aero Flow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. You can even find our products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35 fighter jets. That’s the level of quality and innovation you’ll be part of when you join our team.

We are seeking a Combination Welder to perform all manual welding necessary in production, maintenance and tooling as required, using tungsten arc, arc, and oxygen-acetylene processes.

• Performs all automatic fusion setup and welding operations.
• Tacks seams and welding tabs on material from .015-.600.
• Applies aluminum, bronze, and other alloy buildup on dies, mandrels, fixtures, etc.
• Performs such typical arc welding operations as the welding of jigs, fixtures, brake punches, tables, benches, and other miscellaneous maintenance welding as required.

• Must have the necessary training and background in manual tungsten arc to certify under MIL-T-5021 specification for welders (manual and automatic).
• Must have the necessary training and background in arc, and oxygen-acetylene processes to be capable of performing the average welding operations for the function to which assigned.
• Must be familiar with various fixtures and accessory tooling necessary to accommodate the wide variety of variables in diameter, wall thickness, lengths, shapes, and alloys of Valley Metal products.
• The ability to determine sequence of operations for welding processes to be used, type of welding rod, gases, tungsten, etc. to produce acceptable sound welds in all applications, and the ability to fabricate welding fixtures (production aids) and to improve exiting tooling as necessary.
• Performs the necessary maintenance work on automatic welders and related tooling to ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Self-starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize workday/projects independently.
• Minimum 2 years of welding experience.
• High School diploma or GED.

$23.00 to $26.00 per hour (based on experience)

Monday - Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, full-time, 40 hours a week.

We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

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