Welder

Alfa Laval; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental & vision plans

Robust wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking an experienced welder for an onsite day shift at our Indianapolis, IN facility. You will build hygienic fluid handling pumps, valves, and ASME-certified heat exchangers, reading blueprints and welding in 6G positions while adhering to SOPs and WPS.

The role requires 5+ years of ASME & pipe fitting experience, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of ASME & pipe fitting experience with carbon and stainless steel for pressure vessels.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, BOMs, weld symbols, WPS, and PQRs.
• Qualified to weld in 6G positions across processes.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Associate degree in Welding Technology preferred
• Manual welding certification preferred
• Titanium pressure welding experience preferred
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Fit and weld ASME Code and structural work.
• Plan layout, assembly, fit-up, and welds per SOPs and WPSs.
• Lay out, position, align, and weld components per drawings or customer requirements.
• Set up equipment and weld parts using GTAW, GMAW, FCAW per WPS.
• Perform quality checks and inspect materials and production for conformance.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, reassembling.
• Perform Liquid Penetrant and other non-destructive testing as required.
• Record data on quality docs per company standards.
• Participate in ALPS continuous improvement (5S, PRP, TPM).
• Cross-train to support department needs.
• Maintain area and equipment, keep 5S.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items.

Skills

ASME & pipe fitting

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Welding Technology

Manual welding certification

Tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job

As a vital team member, you’ll help build Hygienic Fluid Handling Pumps, Valves, and ASME-certified heat exchangers from carbon steel, stainless steel, and other alloys. You’ll use blueprints to lay out, fit, and weld components for pumps, valves, and pressure vessels—fueling our growth and success. This requisition has multiple opportunities. This is an exciting onsite day shift role (6:00am–2:30pm, overtime as needed) at our Indianapolis, IN facility.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Fit and weld ASME Code and structural work.
• Selects equipment, plans layout, assembly, fit-up, and welds in accordance with SOP’s, Standard Specs and identified WPS’s.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, fits components together and performs welding operations in accordance with Weld Maps, drawings or other customer requirements.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes per WPS or other applicable standards.
• Is responsible to perform quality checks and continuously inspect their materials and production to ensure product is in conformance. Identifies and communicates any non-conforming products per SOP or applicable process.
• Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts in accordance with Weld Maps or other customer requirements.
• Performs Liquid Penetrant and other non-destructive testing as required.
• Accurately records data on quality documentation, components and product per company standards and/or customer requirements
• Participates in the team’s continuous improvement and development in accordance with the Alfa Laval Production System (ALPS). Examples include 5S, Problem resolution process (PRP), and Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM).
• Using the SOP Matrix, will cross train to support any and all department or factory demands, as required.
• Will continuously maintain their equipment and keep their area clean and tidy (5S).
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using lifts.

Observes all company policies.

What you know:

You have a high school diploma or GED and:

• Minimum 5 years of ASME & pipe fitting experience working with carbon and stainless steel materials in fabrication of pressure vessels
• Experience with GTAW, GMAW, and FCAQ processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, bill of materials, filler metal specifications, welding symbols, WPS, and PQR’s.
• Can qualify and weld on all processes in 6G positions
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift to 60 pounds
• Associate degree in Welding Technology preferred
• Manual welding certification from a technical school preferred
• Titanium pressure welding experience preferred
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The hourly wage for this role is typically $27.00 - $30.00/hour.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.