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Howmet Aerospace · 3 months ago

TIG Welder

1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. They are seeking a TIG Welder to work as a team member to production weld and/or weld repair castings, dies, molds, fixtures and miscellaneous equipment per weld procedures and customer specifications.

AerospaceManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

This role will work as a team member to production weld and/or weld repair castings, dies, molds, fixtures and miscellaneous equipment per weld procedures and customer specifications

Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI)

Operate GTAW welding equipment, hand tools (air gun, stones, burrs) argon chills, stainless steel brushes, degreaser, clamps and fixtures

Apply weld identification

Vision standards

Pushing/pulling/lifting

Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision

Must be able to work and function in a fast-paced environment

Basic knowledge of computers

Must be able to maintain expected quality levels

Must be able to successfully complete welders' certification tests in nickel, cobalt and iron-based alloy groups within (5) months of training. Tests based on successful results in FPI, X-ray and metallography

Must be able to successfully complete Welder Trainee Testing Criteria

Must pass visual acuity examination required for certified welder position

Formalized training in Manual Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) required

Experience in routing out casting defects and blending welds preferred

Mechanical ability required

Proficiency in use of gauges and measuring skills required. Weld wire test slugs for wire certification

Weld repairs/fixtures for tool room

Weld heat thermo couples for heat treat

Weld for maintenance

Weld fixtures for layout

Monitor argon purity and repair/build argon backups

Support of cells as needed

Preparation of surface area for weld and/or blending as needed

Complete and maintain paperwork

Operate hoist system

Production/Fabrication weld

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Employees are expected to work overtime as needed

Weld repair / production weld (fabrication weld) castings to "Class A" requirements (FPI and X-Ray acceptance)

Occasional maintenance and fixture welding on various alloys including aluminum

Fabrication of copper backups used to perform welds

Operate all aspects of the production AC/DC power source and all components of the weld torch that are used to perform the job

Determine weld wire alloy designation and sizes

Determine allowable weld sizes and locations

Determine correct power source parameters

Determine gas settings for welding torch and backups

Must successfully meet Grade 3 for Prep Route Out / Weld Blend

Must be able to successfully complete weld blend training program within (3) months unless otherwise instructed by Area Leader. Tests based on successful results in Blend limits and Visual criteria according to the Work Instructions

Previous experience in routing out casting defects and blending welds preferred

Blend welds for repair / production weld castings

All weld blenders will be required to prep weld as needed

All weld blenders will be required to perform finishing, rework, and metal cleaning as needed associated with a Metal Cell Operator (MCO)

Qualification

GTAW weldingWelding certificationMechanical abilityWelding Vocational TrainingWeld blendingBasic computer knowledgeTeamwork

Required

Must be able to read and interpret Product Criteria (PC) and Activity Instructions (AI)

Operate GTAW welding equipment, hand tools (air gun, stones, burrs) argon chills, stainless steel brushes, degreaser, clamps and fixtures

Apply weld identification

Vision standards

Pushing/pulling/lifting

Must be able to function as a member of a team and be able to work under general supervision

Must be able to work and function in a fast-paced environment

Basic knowledge of computers

Must be able to maintain expected quality levels

Must be able to successfully complete Welder Trainee Testing Criteria

Must pass visual acuity examination required for certified welder position

Formalized training in Manual Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) required

Mechanical ability required

Proficiency in use of gauges and measuring skills required

Weld repairs/fixtures for tool room

Weld heat thermo couples for heat treat

Weld for maintenance

Weld fixtures for layout

Monitor argon purity and repair/build argon backups

Support of cells as needed

Preparation of surface area for weld and/or blending as needed

Complete and maintain paperwork

Operate hoist system

Production/Fabrication weld

Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Employees are expected to work overtime as needed

Weld repair / production weld (fabrication weld) castings to 'Class A' requirements (FPI and X-Ray acceptance)

Occasional maintenance and fixture welding on various alloys including aluminum

Fabrication of copper backups used to perform welds

Operate all aspects of the production AC/DC power source and all components of the weld torch that are used to perform the job

Determine weld wire alloy designation and sizes

Determine allowable weld sizes and locations

Determine correct power source parameters

Determine gas settings for welding torch and backups

Must successfully meet Grade 3 for Prep Route Out / Weld Blend

High Diploma required or GED equivalency required

This position requires a minimum of two years of experience

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items