TIG Welder-Entry (Forrester Dr. Location)

About the role

Tig Welder-Entry Level position at GE Vernova's Gas Power Manufacturing plant in Greenville, SC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, arrange, fit, and assemble a variety of materials (stainless, nickel alloy, Hast-X) and components using tig welding processes and procedures
• Strong assessment of weld parameter inputs with the ability to make adjustments during welding
• Interpret and execute production using drawings and blueprints
• Complete necessary paperwork and computer entries accurately and in a timely manner after completing work orders
• Perform precision measurements using tools such as micrometers, calipers, and CMMs
• Collaborate in a team environment focused on lean manufacturing, safety, and productivity
• Take ownership of compliance, safety, quality, and efficiency
• Utilize computer programs to enter part data (e.g., serial number), log time, and look up work instructions
• Utilize work instructions, set-up sheets, fixtures and method documents to correctly set up parts to be welded
• Able to work overtime, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Able to work occasional weekend shifts, with or without reasonable accommodation

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of an accredited welding program OR 0-2 years of industrial welding experience
• Ability to read blueprints, perform shop math, and use precision measurement equipment
• Proficient in TIG (GTAW) welding and able to pass the weld test
• Willingness to work 2nd shift (2 PM – 10:30 PM, M-F) and overtime when needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and wear PPE (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.)

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and wear PPE (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.). with or without reasonable accommodation
• Pass a background check and drug screen

Skills

• Hands-on problem solving
• Precision and teamwork
• Welding proficiency (TIG)
• Team collaboration
• Computer literacy (entering part data, logging time, looking up work instructions)
• Workshop math and precision measurement equipment use
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to work overtime and weekends

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and shift premiums
• Opportunities for growth and technical advancement
• Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Retirement benefits including company matching contributions and retirement contributions
• Other benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, health coach, EAP, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, and 12 paid holidays
• Two weeks of annual vacation (pro-rated based on start date)