Sanitary Welder

Hire Velocity; Virginia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Velocity is seeking a skilled sanitary process piping fitter to support the assembly and fitting of high-purity stainless steel piping systems for custom process skids. The role emphasizes precise fit-ups, welding prep, and strict hygienic design standards.

The ideal candidate will read P&IDs and drawings, fit manifolds and tanks, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment within the food, dairy, beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dedicated experience in sanitary process piping.
• Proven track record of fitting up complex valve manifolds and stainless steel process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and fit up high-purity stainless steel sanitary tubing and piping systems for custom process skids.
• Assemble and fit up complex valve manifolds and process skids according to engineering drawings.
• Position, align, and fit up process vessels, reactors, and tanks into skid systems.
• Read and interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), isometric drawings, and layout schematics.
• Ensure precise fit-ups and beveling for sanitary TIG/GTAW welding.
• Maintain strict adherence to hygienic design standards (e.g., 3-A, FDA, ASME BPE) to ensure crevice-free, contamination-resistant joints.

Skills

Fitting valve manifolds

Sanitary piping systems

P&ID interpretation

Tri-Clamp & Bevel Seat knowledge

Sanitary pipe fabrication tools

Tools

Sanitary pipe cutters

Facing tools

Grinders

Measuring instruments

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• System Fabrication: Measure, cut, and fit up high-purity stainless steel sanitary tubing and piping systems for custom process skids.
• Manifold Assembly: Assemble and fit up complex valve manifolds and process skids according to engineering drawings.
• Tank Fitting: Position, align, and fit up process vessels, reactors, and tanks into skid systems.
• Drawing Interpretation: Read and interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), isometric drawings, and layout schematics.
• Weld Preparation: Ensure precise fit-ups and beveling for sanitary TIG/GTAW welding.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to hygienic design standards (e.g., 3-A, FDA, ASME BPE) to ensure crevice-free, contamination-resistant joints.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of dedicated experience in sanitary process piping.
• Specialized Skills: Proven track record of fitting up complex valve manifolds and stainless steel process equipment.

• Preferred: Hands-on experience fitting up and aligning sanitary process tanks.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of sanitary connections (Tri-Clamp, Bevel Seat), surface finish requirements, and passivation.
• Tool Proficiency: Skilled in using sanitary pipe cutters, facing tools, grinders, and measuring instruments.
• Industry Focus: Direct background building process skids or modular systems for the food, dairy, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in tight or elevated spaces.
• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy pipe components (up to 50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing shop environment.