Welder

Philly Shipyard, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced welder to perform shipyard welding tasks on-site. You will operate welding processes per WPS, join vessels and components, and contribute to safety and quality standards. This role requires the ability to work in varying environments and support a collaborative team.

Candidates should have 3+ years welding experience (flux core and ceramic preferred) and a high school diploma. Welding robotics or programming experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years welding experience (flux core and ceramic preferred).
• Welding robotics and programming a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and regulations at all times.
• Perform welding per approved WPS for vessels and components.
• Work in a team environment to meet project timelines.
• Conduct internal quality checks on own work daily.
• Maintain Welding equipment and assist with basic troubleshooting.

Skills

Welding in all positions

WPS procedures knowledge

Team collaboration

Equipment maintenance

Quality self-inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ensure that all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met
• Knowledge and proficiencyof heavy shipyard construction weldingin all positions using approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) determined by Hanwha Philly Shipyard and classification society
• Welding process includes:
• SMAC – Shielded MetalArc Welding
• SAW – Submerged Arc Welding
• Automated Welding Processes
• Stainless Steel Fillet Welding
• Padding and preparing weld joints per WPS
• Carbon Arc Gouging
• Note: Not inclusive, shall be determined by vessel specification andclassification rules
• Knowledge, understanding and demonstration of interpreting approved WPS set forth at Hanwha Philly Shipyard
• Knowledge and ability on how to use all tools related to welding, including basic trouble shooting and maintaining welding equipment to assure a safe and efficient operation
• Welder must proficiently demonstrate welding ability through performance, and testing as determined by vessel project and classification
• Welder must be able to work in a team environment
• Welder shall perform internal quality checks of own work performance to assure quality standards are achieved daily
• Welder shall maintain their individual NDT rejection set forth by Hanwha Philly Shipyard and classification society
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Work Independently according to valid instructions and Hanwha Philly Shipyard rules and standards
• Flexible cooperation with team members
• Must be able to work in different environments and areas (e.g. indoors, outdoors, in confined spaces, on scissor lifts and aerial lifts, and in inclement weather)
• Ability to orient, train and instruct lesser skilled welders

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.

*Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an on-site, full-time, safety sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years’ work experience welding, (flux core and ceramic preferred)
• Welding robotics and programming a plus

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants.The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.