TIG Welder

Laitram LLC; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machinery seeks an experienced TIG Welder to lay out, fit and weld stainless steel equipment, guided by engineering drawings. The role focuses on welding stainless steel or aluminum components used in seafood processing gear.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of TIG welding experience, can read drawings, and communicates fluently in English. Overtime and occasional travel may be required, with a team-oriented, self-managed mindset.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or vocational training.
• Minimum 2 years TIG welding experience.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and bill of materials.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Must have basic math skills and ability to read/use a tape measure.
• Able to operate a computer to access shop floor control systems.
• Willing to cross-train in other work centers if needed.
• Willing to work overtime and travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit and weld fabricated parts to construct weldments as per engineering drawings.
• Document and report issues/deviations affecting form, fit or function; verify weldment dimensions with basic measuring tools.
• Adjust welding equipment to weld different material types and thicknesses.
• Maintain all welding equipment and hand tools in good condition.
• Use a computer to issue materials, record labor and clock in/out daily.

Skills

TIG welding

Read engineering drawings

Measurement with tape

Basic math

English fluency

Self-managed

Education

High School diploma or vocational training

Tools

Welding equipment setup

Job description

Are you an experienced TIG Welder? Laitram Machinery is currently seeking a TIG Welder. This individual will be primarily responsible for fitting and welding stainless steel seafood processing equipment (as well as other mechanical equipment fabricated primarily from stainless steel or aluminum). Engineering drawings will be provided to guide layout, fitting and welding.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit and weld fabricated parts to construct weldments consistent with engineering drawings
• document and report issues/deviations affecting form, fit or function Verify weldment dimensions using basic measuring tools to insure design tolerances are met
• Be able to adjust welding equipment to effectively weld different types/thicknesses of material
• Maintain all welding equipment and hand tools in working condition
• Use computer terminal to issue materials, record/apply shop order labor and clock in/out each day

Requirements

• Must have a High School or vocational school diploma
• Minimum 2 years TIG welding experience
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and bill of materials
• Must be a “self-managed” team player
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English
• Must have basic Math skills and have the ability to accurately read/use a tape measure
• Must be able to successfully use a computer to access manufacturing shop floor control system
• Must be able to identify and operate basic hand tools and small power tools
• Must be willing to crosstrain in other work centers if/as needed
• Must have a passion for doing a job well
• Able to work overtime
• some limited travel may be required
• Must be able to perform essential job requirements in the Functional Job Description for this position, including lifting 50 pounds