Precision TIG Welder - Thin-Gauge Steel & Aluminum

Knowles Precision Devices; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Precision Devices seeks a skilled TIG Welder to produce high-quality welds on precision components in a manufacturing setting. The role requires reading engineering drawings, setting up welding equipment, and ensuring welds meet stringent specifications.

You will inspect welds using calipers and micrometers, follow safety protocols, and collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to uphold process improvements and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of TIG welding experience, including thin-gauge steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of welding equipment, fabrication processes, and fixturing techniques.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and scales.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality workmanship in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team-oriented production setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision TIG welding on components with material thicknesses from 0.040” to 0.250”.
• Set up and operate welding equipment to produce consistent, high-quality welds.
• Utilize flame-cutting equipment for cutting, heating, and brazing as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Verify weld integrity and ensure acceptance criteria are met.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and scales to verify dimensions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to meet safety and quality standards.

Skills

TIG welding proficiency

Read engineering drawings

Fixturing techniques

Precision measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Teamwork in manufacturing

Education

High school diploma

Welding certification/technical education

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Welding equipment

Job description

Knowles Precision Devices seeks a skilled TIG Welder to produce high-quality welds on precision components in a manufacturing setting. The role requires reading engineering drawings, setting up welding equipment, and ensuring welds meet stringent specifications.

You will inspect welds using calipers and micrometers, follow safety protocols, and collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to uphold process improvements and quality standards.