Welder

Welder

Location: Berlin, CT

Schedule: Train first shift (7 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday)

Move to second shift (4pm – 2:30 am, Monday – Friday), or Fourth (7am – 7:30 pm, Friday – Sunday)

Pay: $25 -- $31.25/hour

Type: temp-to-hire

Responsibilities:

·         Position and fasten work pieces onto holding fixtures.

·         Align and secure holding fixtures, attachments, accessories onto machines.

·         Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.

·         Prepare and analyze the necessary weld specimens to determine weld characteristics and adjust weld settings to achieve desired results with some assistance from QC personnel and the EB Supervisor.

·         Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to help diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

·         Perform basic machine maintenance as required to maintain part quality and quantity standards.

·         The ability to operate all in-house welding equipment.

·         Work with a variety of materials, including steel, copper, aluminum, titanium, Inconel and other precious metals.

·         Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

·         Promotes safety and good housekeeping practices

·         Must work in a manner consistent with the EMS

·         Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position

·         Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism

·         This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.

·         Education – High school diploma or equivalent

·         One year of GTAW or TIG welding experience and some Aerospace industry experience desired but not required.

·         May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends

·         Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification

·         Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language

·         Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required