Production Operator - Welder

Alstom; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Plattsburgh, NY seeks an experienced welder to perform arc welding on stainless steel and support assembly tasks in a factory setting. You will operate MIG/MAG equipment, perform pre-welding work, and conduct self-inspections to ensure quality.

Responsibilities include guiding junior welders, maintaining robotic weld equipment, and packing finished products while following 5S, ESD and EHS safety standards. Experience in an industrial environment is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Arc welding certification (SENAI or equivalent) required.
• Proficiency in MIG/MAG, TIG and STICK welding methods.
• Strong attention to detail and communication for team operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform arc welding on stainless steel using MIG/MAG.
• Pre-welding assembly and tack welding.
• Visual inspection of welds and quality assurance, including self-inspections.
• Guide junior welders and maintain robotic equipment.
• Adhere to safety, 5S, ESD and EHS regulations.
• Pack finished vehicles or parts for shipment and complete tally sheets.

Skills

Arc welding

MIG welding

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

Arc welding certification

Tools

Robotic welding equipment

Job description

Req ID:525884

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

In this essential role, you will be responsible for executing a variety of production tasks within a factory setting, primarily at designated workstations. Your duties will include handling and storing goods and raw materials, setting up production equipment such as robots and inspection tools, and ensuring that all manufacturing processes comply with established safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform arc welding on stainless steel using MIG/MAG,
• Pre-welding assembly and tack welding,
• Visual inspection of welds and quality assurance (including self-inspections),
• Guide junior welders and maintain robotic equipment,
• Technical welding expertise,
• Attention to detail,
• Weld equipment inspection setup,
• Perform all assembly tasks and other manufacturing requirements as instructed.

Assembly responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain production areas and equipment,
• Perform manufacturing tasks as scheduled by the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system,
• Perform operations within alignment of the work instructions,
• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process,
• Identify parts,
• Promptly report any deviations or quality concerns to the Team Lead,
• Packing finished vehicles and/or parts for shipment,
• Completing tally sheets when required,
• Adhering to 5S, ESD and EHS regulations,
• Perform self-inspections,
• Maintain special process qualifications as required.

All classifications are subject to skills and ability evaluation within the ILUO process.

Required:

• Successful completion of Weld testing.
• Special process certification required:
• Torquing (all operators)
• Crimping (electrical)
• Riveting (only trained and certified)

Experience:

• Two years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment,
• A strong commitment to quality, effective teamwork, and clear communication are essential,
• Proficiency in the local language is also important for daily operations and collaboration,
• Arc Welding certification (preferably from SENAI or an equivalent body) and knowledge of MIG, STICK, and TIG welding methods.

Salary Range:

USD $24.50 per hour

You don\'t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you\'ll be proud. If you\'re up for the challenge, we\'d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we\'re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We\'re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:Experienced

Nearest Major Market: Plattsburgh

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