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Powell IndustriesPosted 2 weeks ago

Welder

On-siteHouston, Texas, United States

Full TimeMediumManufacturing Services

Job Summary

Produce sheet metal weldments by MIG welding mild and stainless steel, performing basic fitting, and adjusting machines per department manuals. Inspect parts against complex engineered drawings for dimensional specifications and cosmetic attributes, then repair improper welds, tack weld, and stud weld as needed. Execute hot work, torch cut, and arc metal gouge while adhering to Lock Out Tag Out procedures and ISO safety requirements. Work Monday through Thursday from 4:00am to 2:30pm with overtime as required.

Required Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of relevant work experience
  • basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
  • Ability to execute hot work (any work performed outside of department)
  • Ability to finish grind, surface finishing based on departmental requirements
  • Ability to repair improper welds
  • Knowledge of fixtures required for area of responsibility
  • Ability to tack weld
  • Ability to stud weld
  • Ability to fine tune voltage
  • Ability to square parts
  • Ability to torch cut
  • Ability to arc metal gouge
  • Basic product knowledge (understanding of how work ties into the larger picture) based on departmental need/requirement
  • Knowledge of AWS chart/steel tables
  • Knowledge of welding symbols
  • Knowledge of and ability to use basic tools (tape measure squares, clamps, fillet gage, angle finder, etc.)
  • Ability to convert decimals to fractions and utilize conversion chart
  • Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers
  • Ability to effectively work in team environment
  • Awareness and adherence to Lock Out Tag Out procedures
  • Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to MIG weld mild steel
  • Ability to MIG weld stainless steel
  • Ability to perform basic fitting
  • Ability to adjust machine according to department manual(s)
  • Ability to remove material using grinding process
  • Ability to read drawings and inspect parts for basic dimensions
  • Ability to perform basic layouts (positioning and alignment)
  • Ability to inspect parts against complex engineered drawings
  • Ability to spray transfer MIG weld
  • Capability to examine weld bead for acceptable attributes
  • Ability to identify types of copper, stainless grades, etc.
  • Knowledge of flux core, shielded wire
  • Ability to cope and fit

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