TIG Welder

Summary:   The welding technician in this position   is responsible for   all Gas Tungsten Arc Welding applications required to meet customer demand within Conroe facility. Must be able   demonstrate   exceptional weld quality for thin wall stainless tube in all positions as well as understanding of dimensional drawings, preparation of components, fitment and joining per internal procedures for internal and customer approved designs. Operation of automated welding equipment as well as   training of   other employees of automated processes will be   required .     Principle Responsibilities:   Prepare and visually inspect all components, understand   dimensions   and design requirements prior to welding for compliance   to   work order specifications.   Assemble fabricated designs prior to final welding to the correct components as called by the work order and tube/weld pipe complete   in accordance with   the manufacturing procedures.   Fittings and special products may be assembled and tack welded using manual and or automated welding techniques.   Fittings and special products are welded complete   in accordance with   current ASME BPVC weld procedures and customer supplied specifications.   Welding units are   maintained , calibrated and set-up to   comply with   welding procedures taking into consideration other factors including correct filler wire, compressed gas, and   appropriate pressure   settings to weld in accordance   to   the internal procedures and ASME welding procedures.   Use 2D dimensional reading skills to interpret engineering or customer supplied drawings and specifications.   Use   ability   to read measuring instruments not limited to, but including tape measure, rulers, calipers, micrometers.   Verify protective shielding and restricted area signs are in place before welding. Andon lights to be used while welding is in process.   Ability to set up and safely   operate   the plasma-arc cutting torch   in accordance with   the manufacturing procedures.   Perform material handling functions inside of weld cell applicable to consumable parts, fittings,   tubing   and other components.   Understand, promote and   works   to meet OSHA and Crane safety practices     Qualifications/Experience:   Must have   minimal of   high school education.   Should have currently or previously   maintained   an ASME Section IX certification in GTAW for 316L stainless or be able to   demonstrate   ability to pass certification during interview weld examination.   Must have ability to ASME certify and weld to 1G-6G position on ½ inch –   6 inch   pipe.   Must have the ability to support development of WPS & WPQR procedures as   required   in this department.   Should have three or more years’ experience with GTAW welding stainless steel and or completed equivalent technical school training.   Fabrication experience and the ability to work from dimensional drawings, sketches are   required .   Five or more   years   welding experience in a manufacturing environment.   Horizontal manual lathe   and or   manual machining experience are a plus.   Simple computer skills required (Excel, Word), ability to translate and communicate   professional   and through email necessary.     Physical Demands :   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job .    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     While performing the duties of this job:   R equired to stand for   long periods   of time   Required   to have good balance   R equired to use hands to handle   or feel objects,   tools   or controls   Required   to reach with hands and arms,   balance, stoop, kneel,   or   crouch   M ust be able to lift and/or move up to   25   pounds.   Specific