Welder, Central Maintenance Shop

Wacker Chemie AG; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their Central Maintenance Shop in Charleston. This role involves executing complex welding tasks, ensuring compliance with stringent industry codes, and utilizing advanced fabrication techniques. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the welding field, demonstrating proficiency in both carbon and stainless steel welding. With a commitment to employee development and a robust total rewards package, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will contribute to sustainable solutions in the chemical sector. Join a team that values innovation and integrity, and take the next step in your career.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Hybrid Work Arrangements

401(k) with Company Match

Education Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in welding and fabrication.
• Ability to pass 6G weld certification in carbon or stainless.
• Proficient in ASME, NBIC, ASTM, and AWS codes.

Responsibilities

• Execute weld scopes from fitting to final testing.
• Perform fabrication and repair scopes of work as assigned.
• Maintain proficiency with Shop PQRs and welding procedures.

Skills

Welding

Rigging

Fabrication

Industrial Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Welding

Journeyman Certification

Technical Certificate (CWI)

Tools

Welding Equipment

Machining Tools

Pipe-Beveling Equipment

Job description

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Date: Apr 30, 2025

Location: Charleston

Company: Wacker Polysilicon N.A., LLC

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Charleston,

we are looking for you as a(n) Welder, Central Maintenance Shop.

The Apparatus Shop (Welder) Technician will provide fabrication and repair services to WACKER Charleston per all applicable ASME, NBIC, ASTM, and AWS codes and specifications.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Executes weld scopes from fitting to final testing in the Weld (Apparatus) Shop, ensuring work meets all applicable codes and specifications
• Performs fabrication and repair scopes of work as assigned, demonstrating proficiency with industrial fabrication and rigging equipment
• Rigging knowledge and expertise
• Maintains proficiency with Shop PQRs (3G/6G carbon/stainless at present, will increase with Shop capabilities)

Qualifications Required:

• HS diploma required; Associate degree, Journeyman, or technical certificate (CWI) from a qualified welding / machining vocational school are preferred.
• 10+ years of experience working in the fabrication/welding field; pipe/tube welding is preferred
• Must demonstrate the ability to pass 6G weld certification, either carbon or stainless
• Possess a working understanding of all pertinent ASMF, NBIC, ASTM, and AWS codes and specifications
• Proficient utilizing weld procedures (including weld maps, WPS requirements, and ISO's as necessary) for work orders to be executed by the Weld Shop as provided by Mechanical Integrity, QA, and Engineering
• Demonstrates proficiency operating and the safe use of industrial fabrication shop equipment (including, but not limited to light machining, brakes, ironworkers, pipe-beveling equipment, and others as required)
• Proficient in principals and execution of rigging (critical/large lifts) inside C316

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1

Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays

Paid parental leave

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development and advancement opportunities

Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skills, and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.