Welder, Level II (MIG/TIG) - BuildSubmarines.com

Do you want to work with a company that changes lives all over the world? Aqua-Chem is a global provider of economically efficient and sustainably engineered solutions for purified water.

Aqua-Chem is looking for an Welder, Level II who is responsible for welding/assembling components and subassemblies in accordance with company standards. Working primarily in a manufacturing setting, successful candidate will work under the direction of a Manufacturing Supervisor.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm (overtime may be required on occasional Fridays)

Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.00/hr (Dependent on Experience)

Location: Onsite; Knoxville, TN

Benefits: Group Medical, Dental Vision, STD, LTD, Life AD&D, 401(k) Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time

Essential Duties:

• Daily pipe welding of materials such as stainless steel, Titanium, and Copper Nickel
• Assembly of pipe sections, tubing, or fittings with the use of welding equipment
• Layout of full-scale drawings of pipe systems according to specifications
• Welding of pipes using specialized techniques, equipment or materials.
• Operate manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space
• Comprehend and follow ISO procedures to ensure compliance with standard
• Movement of materials and/or finished products to facilitate proper flow within the manufacturing process
• Demonstrate ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time
• Perform rigging, lifting and moving of product using cranes, forklifts, metal carts etc.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement program
• Guide/mentor/train co-workers in accordance with company standards
• Perform other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours standing and walking on cement surfaces and will be required to regularly bend, stretch, stoop, squat, climb ladders, and climb stairs
• Must be able to work in temperature ranges corresponding to the outside ambient temperature
• Advanced shop math, layout and measurement skills
• Advanced reading and interpretation of blueprints/drawings
• Able to work overtime as required

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years welding in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience welding of materials such as Titanium and Copper Nickel
• MIG/TIG experience
• Familiar with NDE Procedures
• Previous pipefitting experience

*This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper. This description supersedes any previous description for this position. This description supersedes any previous descriptions for this position.

**Aqua-Chem provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.