Chem-Aqua Welder (CA700) 1

NCH Corporation; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee development programs

Recognition programs

On-site fitness facility

Campus restaurant

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals company in Macon, GA is searching for a skilled Welder to tackle diverse welding responsibilities, ranging from setting up skids to assembling complex systems. With opportunities for career advancement, this role emphasizes a strong work-life balance along with excellent benefits. Ideal candidates will have a welding certificate and experience with Stick, MIG, and TIG welding techniques. Join a team that values initiative and teamwork in a supportive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate should have a welding certificate from a technical school with three years of welding experience.
• Must be able to weld using Stick, MIG, and TIG techniques.
• Must possess the ability to read and fabricate assemblies from working drawings.

Responsibilities

• Setup and weld skids and stainless steel pipes of various sizes.
• Operate CNC plasma table to cut steel panels.
• Engage in assembly of pretreatment and chemical feed systems.

Skills

Welding (Stick, MIG, TIG)

Power and hand tool proficiency

Ability to read tape measure and calipers

Forklift operation

Mathematical calculations

Education

Welding certificate from a technical school

Job description

Chem-Aqua is the wholly owned water treatment subsidiary of NCH Corporation, a privately owned specialty chemicals, maintenance supplies, and services company with over $1 billion in annual sales. We are seeking top-tier talent to support our growth strategy.

Position

The Welder will be responsible for welding skids of various sizes in our Macon, GA plant. This Macon, GA based position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a growing part of business with a diverse set of job duties and a range of opportunities for career advancement. Chem-Aqua has a culture that recognizes results, while embracing the importance of work/life balance. Join the Chem-Aqua team, where your initiative and contributions will be noticed and make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Setup and weld skids of various sizes and metal alloys that will contain water treatment equipment.
• Setup and weld stainless steel pipe of various sizes and schedules using TIG and purging techniques.
• Set up and operate computer numerical control (CNC) plasma table to cut steel panels for skids.
• Weld special injection fittings and floor stands.
• Use plasma cutter, power saw, band, grinder, and brake press to cut and shape metal to engineering specifications.
• Manually lift raw materials and final systems packed for shipment up to 40 pounds or use a forklift and hoist for heavier loads.
• Assemble pretreatment and chemical feed systems according to drawings and instructions provided by the Engineering Department.
• Interconnect pretreatment and chemical feed systems using SCH 80 PVC pipe and threaded galvanized and stainless steel pipes.
• Connect electrical control systems using basic wiring techniques.
• Program microprocessor-based pretreatment and chemical feed equipment.
• Breakdown assembled equipment and package for shipment.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Technicians to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Keep work areas clean and follow company safety policies

Technical Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have a welding certificate from a technical school and three years of welding experience.
• Must be able to weld using Stick, MIG, and TIG
• Must be able to purge weld stainless steel pipe using TIG.
• Must have ability to fit PVC and steel pipe.
• Must have proficient use of power and hand tools.
• Must have ability to read a tape measure, use calipers, and carry out mathematical calculations using fractions and decimals to determine exact dimensions.
• Must have ability to read and fabricate assemblies from working drawings.
• Must have ability to operate forklift.
• Must have ability to produce quality products consistently
• Must have ability to perform simple shop math (convert decimals to fractions and fractions to decimals)

Physical Requirements

• Must have physical strength and ability to lift up to 40 pounds and carry such a weight for 100 feet.
• Must have good visual ability for close-up observations and use of analytical and control equipment
• Must have good depth perception and ability to distinguish different colors.
• Must have hearing sufficient to hear verbal and audible signals at a moderate distance.
• Must be conditioned to sustain work in a manufacturing environment that ranges in temperature from 55°F – 100°F.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have reading ability sufficient to read technical manuals, mechanical and electrical drawings, codes, and other technical materials.
• Must have writing ability sufficient to write correspondence and instructions.
• Must have good communication skills to deal with the public and to work cooperatively with sales force and other company employees.
• The statements outlined in this job description reflect the principal functions of the job, level of knowledge, skill required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties to cover in the absence of co-workers or to balance workload.

NCH Corporation offers a full suite of benefits, employee development and recognition programs, and a convenient location with a fitness facility and restaurant located within our campus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.