Overview
AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Company is hiring for a 2nd Shift Repair Welder at their Great Lakes Operation in Flint, Michigan. The company emphasizes doing things the right way, offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth while producing essential products.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate Flux core wire welding machines for the Repair Rack.
- Strike arc and manually guide electrode or gun along weld line.
- Weld in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
- Change out consumables like gas bottles and wire.
- Set welder Amps and Volts to specifications.
- Self-examine weld for bead size and compliance with specifications.
- Chip off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
- Identify weld defects and areas requiring repair.
- Position pipe on repair rack for repairs.
- Perform preparatory work by grinding or gouging pipe.
- Comply with all safety rules.
- Maintain completion of repairs within standard time.
- Pass entry and annual weld tests.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Must pass a 3G weld test including carbon arc back gouging.
- Must be physically able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to present information effectively in small group situations.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to instructions.
- Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Additional Information
- Position is for 2nd Shift.
- Location is Flint, Michigan.