Welder II

ZipRecruiter; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder II to join their dynamic team in Tustin, CA. This role involves performing MIG/TIG welding and fabrication to produce high-quality parts with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of welding experience and possess NDT Liquid Penetrant Certification. You'll be responsible for maintaining a clean work area, adhering to blueprints, and ensuring quality through inspections. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, growth, and diversity in the workplace, and take your career to new heights in the aerospace and defense technology sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of welding experience required.
• NDT Liquid Penetrant Certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs MIG/TIG welding and fabrication techniques.
• Maintains production schedule and ensures quality levels.

Skills

MIG/TIG welding

Aluminum fabrication

Visual and dimensional inspections

Blueprint reading

NDT Liquid Penetrant Certification

Overhead hoists/forklifts operation

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced work adaptability

Tools

Measuring instruments (tape measure, calipers, micrometer)

Hand-operated equipment (grinders, cutters, torches, drills)

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview:

Design West Technologies Inc. of Tustin, CA has an immediate need for a Welder II. The successful candidate will be responsible for welding and fabrication equipment to produce high quality and quantity parts in an efficient manner with minimal supervision. Employees are expected to maintain a safe, clean work area.

Key Job Duties:

1. Independently performs MIG/TIG welding, and fabrication techniques as needed in accordance with blue prints and technical requirements. Mig Pulse welding a plus.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of Aluminum fabrication techniques.
3. Ability to review and rework / repair welds manually.
4. Performs own visual and dimensional inspections using measuring instruments, to maintain quality levels.
5. Reads and adheres to blueprints, work orders, and production schedules.
6. Produces parts in accordance to specifications and scheduling requirements.
7. Ability to train and instruct other weld operators on processes, ensuring conformance to requirements.
8. Maintains production schedule by facilitating completion of tasks and movements of parts to other departments.
9. Prepare metal surfaces or workpieces, using hand-operated equipment, such as grinders, cutters, torches, or drills.
10. Transfer components, or metal products, using moving equipment.
11. Keep machinery and work area clean and orderly.
12. Notification of supervisor of material shortages.
13. Willingness to cross train and perform the work of other job tasks when necessary.
14. Other duties may apply.

Experience/Skills Requirements:

1. NDT Liquid Penetrant Certification.
2. Self-Motivated and can work in fast-paced environment.
3. Ability to understand and decipher different types of welds.
4. Ability to read and understand measuring tools and equipment such as a tape measure, calipers, and micrometer.
5. Ability to safely operate overhead hoists/forklifts.
6. Ability to pass manual and robotic weld tests.
7. Ability to work overtime as production demands require.
8. Knowledge of safe lifting and ergonomic work practice.
9. Ability to follow instructions.
10. Ability to multi-task a plus.
11. Quick learner.
12. Minimum of 5 years of welding experience.

Physical Demands:

1. Must be able to lift 25 pounds or more alone.
2. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more in team lift operations.

Work Environment:

Fast-paced environment.

Specific Requirements:

Use of proper welding PPE.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
2. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
3. 401(k) retirement savings plan.
4. Paid time off and holidays.
5. Exciting and challenging work in a dynamic industry with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Join our team and be a part of shaping the future of aerospace and defense technology! If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Design West Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds including Veterans and those with disabilities.