Welder-2

Flowserve; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve is seeking a full-time welder for a manufacturing facility in Louisiana. You will weld components using MIG, MAG, TIG, or stick methods and interpret blueprints while coordinating with machinists and assemblers to meet production deadlines.

You will set up and operate equipment, perform repairs and heat treatments as required, maintain safety, and document workmanship and process data. HS diploma and 0–2 years’ experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Expertise in MIG, MAG, TIG or stick welding as per job requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturer specification sheets.
• Strong attention to quality and process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Select welding method (TIG, MIG, MAG or stick) based on blueprint/specs.
• Plan layout from blueprints and specifications using shop math.
• Set up and operate lathe for preparation of welded parts.
• Identify materials and prepare components for welding.
• Perform welding repairs on raw and finished parts.
• Work to drawings for welding installations and assemblies.
• Complete welding tasks per operation instructions and safety rules.
• Verify finished work meets specifications and workmanship standards.
• Meet production goals for efficiency, schedule and scrap reduction.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and collaborate with machinists.
• Record accurate data in computer systems or logs.
• Maintain safe workspace and protect equipment and personnel.
• Carry out heat treatment operations as instructed.

Skills

Welding

Quality workmanship

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

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