Job Description

The welder performs high-quality welds and assembles custom stainless-steel weldments using GTAW/TIG processes in a clean, indoor, and airconditioned manufacturing facility. This role requires careful attention to detail, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a strong commitment to high quality and safety standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform TIG welding on stainless steel tubing and components according to designs, drawings, and work instructions. Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, GD&T and follow build travelers. Conduct fit-up, tack, full welds, and post-weld finishing (buffing, grinding, blending, and passivation when applicable). Weld and assemble using vises, fixtures , and jigs; suggest improvements to enhance repeatability and throughput. Use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, steel rules, height gauges) to verify and conform with tolerance requirements. Operate shop equipment and basic hand/power tools. Perform accurate in-process and final visual inspections and document results in production records. Collaborate with quality and engineering inspectors to resolve nonconformance issues; participate in first article builds. Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with the 5S methodology and lean manufacturing principles. Assist with training junior team members and cross-functional tasks. Adhere to PPE requirements, shop safety policies, and OSHA regulations ; report hazards and nonconformances. Support orbital welding setups .

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Formal training, apprenticeship, or two + years of welding experience (or equivalent). Proficient with stainless steel TIG welding ; able to produce consistent, repeatable, reliable, and clean welds. Successful candidate will be required to pass a 2”pipe, Schedule 10, 6G, open butt, TIG test, per ASME B31.3. Ability to read blueprints and understand weld symbols . Basic math and measurement skills; able to complete job routers and quality records.

PREFERRED—BUT NOT REQUIRED—QUALIFICATIONS

Orbital welding experience or willingness to train (Critical Systems, AMI, Swagelok, etc.). Experience with purge techniques and weld discoloration standards. Familiarity with AWS, ASME, and similar standards. Experience in regulated or high-spec environments (semiconductor, aerospace, medical, or biotech). Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S methodology, and continuous improvement concepts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Clean, indoor, air-conditioned manufacturing facility. Use of PPE: safety glasses, gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear. Exposure to industrial power equipment and power hand tools (high-voltage/amperage power supplies, hydraulic presses, angle grinders, etc.). #J-18808-Ljbffr Critical Systems, Inc.

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Apprenticeship

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