Welder-2

Flowserve Corporation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks an experienced welder to join the manufacturing team. You will select welding methods, interpret blueprints, and assemble parts while maintaining quality and production efficiency. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and adhering to safety standards. Welding certification is preferred and on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Must have welding experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.
• Welder certificate or equivalent certification required.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Select the welding method (TIG, MIG, MAG or stick) based on part requirements.
• Plan and lay out work from blueprints and specs using measuring tools.
• Set up and operate shop equipment including a lathe for part preparation.
• Weld parts and assemblies and perform repairs per drawings.
• Ensure quality and meet production goals; document data accurately.
• Maintain a safe workspace and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Machining basics

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Welder certificate

Tools

SAP knowledge

Job description

Role Summary

This position welds parts and components for equipment, products, and installations by means of MIG, MAG, TIG, electrode welds or any other welding application. As part of a customer-focused team, you will be working with tight deadlines, challenging mechanical problems, and discussing the work with the manager before, during, and after work completion.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Select the appropriate welding method, such as TIG, MIG, MAG or stick.
• Plan and lay out work from blueprints and manufacturers’ specification sheets, using shop math and measuring instruments.
• Setting up and operating a conventional lathe for the preparation of welded parts.
• Proper Identification of materials and component preparation.
• Assembly activities during production.
• Welding repairs on raw and finished parts.
• Welding installations based on technical drawings.
• Complete all welding work assigned according to operation instruction.
• Verify the quality of finished work, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of specifications and workmanship
• Meet production goals relating to efficiency, schedules, and scrap.
• Troubleshoot and correct process and equipment problems.
• Collaborate with machinists and assemblers on the team to discuss and solve problems relating to repairs and equipment.
• Record accurate, timely data on computer-based systems or in manual logs.
• Apply an understanding of the process flow of documents, materials, and parts through the repair or manufacturing process.
• Maintain a safe workplace by wearing relevant protective equipment according to safety protection requirements, following procedures and rules, and completing training.
• Clean and maintain machines and tools and keep an organized workspace.
• Carry out relevant heat treatment operation according to heat treatment operation instruction or process documents.
• Have welding experience in a manufacturing or repair environment.
• Able to define, evaluate, and discuss quality workmanship related to welding.
• Must show a customer-service mindset for on-time delivery and quality work.
• Standing for long times required, repetitive arm motions, frequent lifting with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated track record of reliable, dependable attendance; able to work overtime and weekends as required on short notice.
• Welder certificate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Welding experience in mechanical manufacturing or valve industry.
• PT and MT related certificates are preferred.
• Post weld heat treatment experience.
• Good technical understanding.
• SAP knowledge.
• Can work independently, flexibly, and accurately.
• Good team spirit and initiative.
• Available full time.
• HS Diploma / GED and / or 0-2 years relevant experience