Welder - Level 2

Swagelok; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards

Job summary

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA, is seeking a 2nd shift welding operator in Solon to operate welding equipment, read prints, and adjust settings to meet production goals. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and efficient problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The operator will use diverse welding equipment, perform in-process inspections, and uphold Swagelok procedures while supporting continuous improvement and teamwork on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Shop floor experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and products.
• Good problem solving and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment in cellular and non-cellular environments.
• Learn multiple welding types and test equipment.
• Perform in-process inspections and adjust weld parameters as needed.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping, and daily/weekly maintenance.
• Set up and operate equipment with minimal assistance.
• Read prints, use gauges and the comparator for current parts.
• Identify tooling changes and ensure compliance with Swagelok procedures.
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Welding experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Print reading

Gage usage

Tools

SAP

Calipers

Job description

Shift: 2nd shift

City: Solon

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you’ll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.

We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.

Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

We hope you’ll consider joining our team.

Position Summary

At this level the operator shall be proficient at their job with only limited help while maintaining performance objectives regarding standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To operate welding equipment within both cellular and non-cellular work environments. Position requires the ability to learn multiple types of welding and test equipment (Swagelok power supplies, Swagelok standard/micro weld heads, dual/single chuck weld lathes, leak detection equipment, bore scope, VAC Dri-Train, Comparator, buffing wheels, and appropriate inspection gages). Print reading ability is required. The ability to trouble shoot and make appropriate judgment calls based on experience is required. The welder must demonstrate a high attention to detail, that is balanced by the ability to meet production demands.

• Makes sound decisions, on his/her own, to make adjustments when needed
• Performs the safety and housekeeping standards in this area and daily and weekly maintenance on the equipment
• Uses the necessary controls for weld parameter adjustments
• Accurately adjusts of torch, gas lines and fixturing
• Makes accurate speed settings
• Performs the required in process inspections
• Uses shop geometry and complex gages required for current part including use of the comparator
• Can identify the electrode that needs to be changed
• Changes routine tooling
• Can successfully setup and operate equipment with minimal assistance
• Cleans/Inspects welding equipment accessories
• Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures
• Understands QN (Quality Notification) paperwork and procedure
• Uses PVD (Primary Visual Display) and schedule boards
• Understands standard work and workflows
• Does not experience excessive down time and/or ask for help due to elementary problems that were overlooked

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

Required

• No Education Required

Preferred

• Shop floor experience
• Experience with Nickel-based and other exotic alloys
• Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and products.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic shop math – ability to do simple calculations such as stack-ups
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of gages including calipers, go/ no-go, and comparator
• A general knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Critical Competencies

Customer Focus

• Is able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible for
• Will let supervisor know when there is a problem
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet customer needs

Reliability and Integrity

• Takes responsibility for personal performance
• Can be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-up

Flexibility

• Willing to work in other departments or sites
• Shows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobs
• Is open to new ideas

Teamwork

• Values, solicits, and utilizes input from others
• Looks for ways to help out

Communication

• Provides information to the next shift or to others in the company
• Participates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clear

Accountability

• Sets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behavior
• Takes action and makes the right decisions to get the job done
• Supports Swagelok business goals

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Good vision: Must be able to sustain effective visual inspection over an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and annual Vision Acuity tests
• Lifting: Maybe lifting to 25lbs. frequently
• Manual dexterity: Must demonstrate manual dexterity required to properly handle products and gages
• Sitting/ Standing: May be required to sit or stand 8 hours per day. Must be able to move throughout the shop floor to gather samples, moving parts, etc.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.