Senior Welder - 3rd shift

About the role

Curtiss Wright is seeking a Senior Welder to join their team at the Summerville, SC facility. The position operates on a 3rd shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret detailed part and tool drawings
• Obtain all tools, fixtures and related equipment
• Prepare all surfaces, assemble and position parts, as required, to be welded, also including layout, assembly, and fabrication to drawing requirements
• Assemble components or assemblies to positioners
• Set up required welding and brazing equipment
• Verify process specifications follow prescribed procedures and perform assigned operations in all positions, as certified
• Remove slag, chip, grind, visible defects before depositing subsequent passes
• Document metal joining sequences as required
• Grind and prepare surfaces for nondestructive examinations, and perform magna flux or penetrant testing
• Operate ovens for pre-heating, post weld heat treatment, or stress relief as required per specifications
• Use crane or lifting devices for heavier components
• Train others when necessary
• Complete weld certification testing in a timely manner to meet code, process, or base metal requirements to satisfy customer orders
• Maintain filler metal storage and traceability per requirements
• Perform routine machine and equipment checks
• Maintain cleanliness, lubrication and fluid levels, and perform simple machine error recovery
• Observe all safety and hygiene requirements as specified and directed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified welding program or equivalent
• 4-6 years of experience
• Must pass entrance level weld qualification testing
• Must pass vision test per NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 Section 5.2.12 (yearly)
• Must pass Welder Workmanship Training & Test per NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 Section 5.2.3 (every three years)
• Ability to lift objects weighing 50lbs to waist height and transport a distance of 12 feet
• Ability to perform the following: pushing, pulling, and lifting
• US citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified welding program or equivalent
• 4-6 years of experience
• Pass entrance level weld qualification testing
• Pass vision test per NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 Section 5.2.12 (yearly)
• Pass Welder Workmanship Training & Test per NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 Section 5.2.3 (every three years)
• Ability to lift objects weighing 50lbs to waist height and transport a distance of 12 feet
• Ability to perform the following: pushing, pulling, and lifting
• US citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

Skills

• Welding
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Assembly and positioning of parts
• Setup of welding and brazing equipment
• Non-destructive testing
• Machine operation
• Lifting and moving heavy objects

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Pay

$28.70 - $41.49 per hour, with an additional shift premium. Sign on bonus available for select candidates.

Schedule

3rd Shift (11pm-7am)