Overview
API Heat Transfer is seeking a skilled Steel Welder to join their Copper Brass Production team. This role involves welding and fabricating carbon steel components for industrial heat exchangers, emphasizing high-quality work and safety in a team-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform MIG, TIG, Flux Core, and/or Stick welding on carbon steel components and assemblies.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
- Prepare materials through grinding, fitting, aligning, and positioning prior to welding.
- Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Perform weld repairs as needed.
- Safely operate overhead cranes, lifting devices, and production equipment.
- Accurately complete production and quality documentation.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety, quality, and productivity.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
- Strong measuring and layout skills.
- Ability to use hand tools, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Prior experience in heat exchanger, pressure vessel, or heavy industrial manufacturing preferred.
- AWS welding certifications preferred.
- Experience operating overhead cranes preferred.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices preferred.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- PTO