TIG Welder-Stainless Steel

Bio Fab Technologies; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bio Fab Technologies in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is seeking a skilled Welder to perform TIG welding on stainless-steel fittings and tubing. The ideal candidate will review blueprints and maintain strict quality and safety standards while ensuring exceptional weld quality.

Education includes a HS Diploma and at least 4 years of TIG welding experience. Candidates must demonstrate a solid understanding of engineering documents and must adhere to safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation.
• Ability to follow work instructions and work well in a team.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Responsibilities

• Reviews blueprints and specifications before starting welding.
• TIG welds stainless steel fittings to print specifications.
• Maintains weld recording and performs inspections.

Skills

Ability to interpret engineering designs

Ability to follow work instructions

Understanding of OSHA regulations

Basic understanding of mathematics

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

4 years of TIG welding experience

Job description

The Welder is responsible for TIG welding various stainless-steel fittings and tubing to print specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews blueprints and other specification papers before starting work on a welding process and during the steps to assure accurate completion.
• Selects TIG welding equipment, such as torch, torch tip and filler rod according to welding chart specifications or type and thickness of material.
• Tack welds parts to ensure that all parts on the order are properly aligned and fitted.
• TIG welds stainless steel fittings and tubing together into spools, manifolds, and miscellaneous custom fittings per print specifications.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintains weld recording and logging records.
• Performs borescope inspection for weld defects.
• Visual weld inspection using fillet gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and weld fixtures.
• Strict attention to detail and production of high-quality parts.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations, including the use of PPE.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentations (work orders, drawings, and specifications).
• Ability to follow work instructions and work well in a team.
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Education & Experience

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of TIG welding experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass standard vision test; Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Exposure to dust, odors, oil, fumes, noise, and different climate temperatures.
• Occasionally lifts 25 – 45 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged time periods.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.