Welder - Watts Water Technologies Inc

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

As the ASME Code Welder Sec VIII, you will perform MIG (flux-core, hard wire) and TIG welding to fabricate and weld pipe observing ASME code specifications. You will weld carbon steel and some stainless steel (304/316) materials, under the guidance of the Production Supervisor. Within your first 30 days, you will be required to pass a code test.

You Will:

• Operate safety equipment and follow safe work habits.

• Use MIG welding on positioners to weld valves and assemblies.

• Weld components in vertical up positions, including root and cap welding.

• Prepare and examine materials to ensure they meet specifications.

• Follow blueprints and specifications to layout, align, and secure parts for welding.

• Monitor welding processes to avoid defects, overheating, or warping.

• Perform welding tasks including grinding, clamping, tack-welding, and adjusting gas flow.

• Maintain welding equipment and ensure surfaces are prepared for welding.

• Conduct post-weld inspections to ensure conformance to standards.

• Support the welding team by following work orders and collaborating on process improvements.

You Have:

• High school diploma or GED; or 3+ years of welding experience, including leadership roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong understanding of ASME code sec VIII welding and fabrication to print specifications.

• Ability to weld pipe vertical up, root, and cap, and use positioners for welding.

• Familiarity with welding carbon steel and stainless steel (304/316) materials.

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

• Experience with precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers.

• Ability to meet daily attendance requirements and legally accept employment in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.