2nd Shift- Welder

ZipRecruiter; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Germantown seeks a skilled Welder to support the Main Street plant. The role involves installing and repairing stainless piping, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining tools. Ideal candidates will have experience in sanitary/process pipe welding and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 2 years of sanitary/process pipe welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs stainless piping, valves, and other equipment.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards and GMPs.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Math Skills

Education

Welding Course

Vocational/Technical School

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Overview

Primary responsibility of the Welder is to provide welding support for the Germantown facilities, especially the Main Street plant. Process piping repairs and installations are a key function of this position. Responsible for assisting with other welding needs from maintenance and production.

Job Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs stainless piping, valves, platforms, guards, and other equipment
• Knowledge of grinding and torch techniques
• Complete sanitary piping and fitting as required
• Fit and weld stainless steel piping from .049 to .120 wall using GTAW (TIG) welding
• Repair stainless steel valves, tanks, and other equipment as require GTAW
• Ensure compliance with plant safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements while following company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Responsible for routine maintenance and inventory of tools and test equipment to ensure work resources are ready and available at time of service request
• Document work performed in company’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Determines required equipment and welding methods/techniques required to perform assigned tasks
• Able to communicate effectively with department and internal customers
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of sanitary/process pipe welding experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings to layout and weld pipe to meet design criteria
• Ability to develop, plan, and weld/install small piping projects with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of grinding and torch techniques
• Math skills to calculate pipe fittings to include basic algebra
• Ability to problem solve in situations in which limited standardization exists
• Ability to weld components in a flat, vertical, or overhead position often for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and promote an inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 4 years of sanitary pipe/process pipe welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• Completion of a welding course or vocational/technical school education
• Certified Welder (CW) through the American Welding Society
• Completion of an apprenticeship program
• Knowledge of aseptic processes, equipment, and products
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to work from a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) to pass Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ)