Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Code Welder to join our manufacturing team. The Code Welder is responsible for performing welding operations according to established code and safety standards, ensuring that all welded structures meet specified design requirements, quality control guidelines, and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of welding codes, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to operate welding equipment in a fast-paced, high-precision environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform welding tasks on various metal components according to welding codes and blueprints (e.g., AWS, ASME, or other industry-specific standards).
• Ensures that all equipment is maintained and in good working order.
• Efficiently and accurately operates welding equipment and related tools necessary for manufacturing and production.
• Required to read prints and drawings accurately and follow all work instructions.
• Examines work pieces for defects and measure work piece with straightedge or template to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Dismantles metal assemblies or cuts scrap metal, using thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment.
• Connects hoses from torch to tanks of oxygen and fuel gas and turns valves to release mixture.
• Climbs ladders or works on scaffolds.
• Reports any discrepancies and safety related issues to shop foreman.
• Performs any task, assignment, or project assigned by shop foreman with expeditiousness and accuracy to accommodate production flow.
• Must inspect and repair all defects and discontinuities before Quality Control Inspector is called.
• Make repairs on vessels or tanks that have not passed inspection or need repair.
• Operates forklift, man lift, and scissor lift.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), welding helmets, gloves, and safety gear.
• Assists in training new welders and provide guidance on welding procedures and techniques as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must be able to pass a 6G welding test.
• Able to read print layout and build vessel.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and non-compliance issues.
• Experience as a pipe welder preferred.
• Working knowledge of AWS, API, ANSI, and ASME codes and standards needed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities

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