Welding Operations

About the Role

As a Welding Operator in South Brunswick on First Shift, you will perform all-around maintenance and repair services across several crafts, including electrical, carpentry, welding, plumbing, sheet metal, millwright, and painting, at a moderately complex level. This role requires applying skills in a primary craft gained from practical experience, diagnosing and executing emergency repairs, providing preventive and cost-efficient maintenance, and using shop machinery and hand tools. You will also act as a leader for less-skilled assistants and consult with engineers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols to plan layouts and procedures.
• Cut, shape, and clean metals using saws, angle grinders, and plasma cutters to remove grease, rust, or moisture.
• Join components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (flat, vertical, or overhead).
• Assess and test welded surfaces for flaws, ensuring they meet structural specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and set up welding machines (e.g., regulating gas flow, voltage, and wire speed).
• Follow strict safety regulations and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as heat-resistant gloves, welding masks, and safety boots.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of various welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-core) and metal properties.
• Experience with hygienic or high-purity specialized TIG welding.
• Ability to stand for long hours, lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs), and work in confined spaces or at elevated heights.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail to execute precise welds.
• High school diploma or equivalent is typically required.

Qualifications

Professional certifications (such as those from the American Welding Society - AWS) are highly preferred.

Benefits

At IFF, we value diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace that allows colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work. We offer opportunities for growth as a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, providing a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy.

Pay

Salary range: $44,996.00 – $64,280.00 USD.