Senior Welder - Night Shift

Position Summary

The Senior Welder (Class 3) is the highest-level welder classification within the department. This role is responsible for expert-level welding, fabrication, blueprint interpretation, and quality verification. Senior Welders support complex fabrication projects, troubleshoot welding issues, mentor lower-level welders, and ensure the highest level of weld quality in accordance with workmanship standards, customer requirements, and WPS specifications. Position is Monday-Thursday night; 4pm-2:30am. OT as needed. Pay is $26-$30 per hour DOE. Shift differential of $3.00 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Welding & Fabrication

  • Perform MIG, TIG, and Metal-Core welding, including machine setup for all three processes.
  • Fit and fabricate assemblies to print, holding required tolerances and ensuring correct joint preparation.
  • Carry out welding exclusively within qualified positions (Flat/Horizontal), unless otherwise specified by a work instruction.
  • Fine-tune welding equipment to achieve optimal weld characteristics and post-weld surface appearance.
  • Troubleshoot welding machine malfunctions, wire feed issues, gas flow inconsistencies, and parameter deviations.
  • Produce complex production parts using fixtures, Bluco setups, jigs, and detailed work instructions.

• Blueprint, WPS, & Technical Interpretation

  • Read and interpret complex engineering blueprints including advanced weld symbols, GD&T, and multiview assemblies.
  • Ensure stitch patterns, fillet sizes, locations, and weld types match print and WPS requirements.
  • Identify discrepancies or unclear print requirements and communicate with engineering or supervision.

• Quality Assurance & Inspection

  • Perform advanced visual weld inspections to detect porosity, undercut, heat-related defects, and size deviations.
  • Use measurement tools such as fillet gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and pin gauges.
  • Determine root cause of weld defects and implement corrective actions independently.
  • Ensure welds comply with WPS parameter ranges, process variables, and work instructions.

• Process & Production Support

  • Follow all facility and welding safety guidelines.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards and conduct preventative maintenance on welding machines.
  • Aid in process improvements related to welding techniques, tooling, and workflow.

• Leadership & Mentorship

  • Provide guidance and technical assistance to Level 1 and Level 2 welders.
  • Support first-time setups to ensure weld quality and fixture understanding.
  • Coach team members on weld quality expectations and measurement techniques.

Required Qualifications

• Over 5 years of weld shop or fabrication experience.
• Expertise in MIG, TIG, and Metal-Core welding processes.
• Advanced blueprint and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot weld defects and equipment issues.
• Proficiency with welding measurement tools and precision QC instruments.
• Ability to fabricate assemblies to print using fixtures and toleranced fit-ups.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and handle welded components and fixtures for extended periods.
• Ability to safely lift materials as required by the job. Up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Work environment may involve sparks, heat, fumes, and PPE usage.

Job Type

Full-time

Expected hours

48 per week

Benefits

• 401(k) / Matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)