Westaff

Overview

Westaff is hiring a High Purity Stainless Steel Welder in Cromwell, CT. The position requires an experienced welder to fabricate skids, tanks, piping assemblies, and complete systems to engineering specifications, emphasizing precision, cleanliness, and strong TIG welding skills for high-purity applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW/TIG and MIG welding on stainless steel tubing, piping, and components
• Execute sanitary and orbital welds per drawings and weld procedures
• Prep materials: clean, cut, fit, and align components
• Inspect welds and verify quality using measurement tools
• Operate TIG welders, orbital welders, hand tools, and lifts
• Follow strict cleanliness and contamination-control standards
• Read blueprints, isometric drawings, and weld symbols
• Collaborate with fabrication, engineering, and quality teams

Requirements

• 5+ years welding stainless steel in high-purity or sanitary environments
• Strong TIG skills on thin-wall stainless steel; orbital welding experience preferred
• Welding certifications (AWS/ASME or equivalent)
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and handle material safely
• Knowledge of stainless and carbon steel fabrication
• Familiarity with ASME BPE or sanitary welding standards

Additional Information

• Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM, Monday - Friday
• Pay Rate: $27 - $40/hr (based on experience)