TIG Welder – Stainless Steel Fabrication (Overtime)

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

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.