TIG Welder

Position Summary:

The welding technician in this positionis responsible forall Gas Tungsten Arc Welding applications required to meet customer demand within Conroe facility. Must be abledemonstrateexceptional weld quality for thin wall stainless tube in all positions as well as understanding of dimensional drawings, preparation of components, fitment and joining per internal procedures for internal and customer approved designs. Operation of automated welding equipment as well astraining ofother employees of automated processes will berequired.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Prepare and visually inspect all components, understanddimensionsand design requirements prior to welding for compliancetowork order specifications.

• Assemble fabricated designs prior to final welding to the correct components as called by the work order and tube/weld pipe completein accordance withthe manufacturing procedures.

• Fittings and special products may be assembled and tack welded using manual and or automated welding techniques.

• Fittings and special products are welded completein accordance withcurrent ASME BPVC weld procedures and customer supplied specifications.

• Welding units aremaintained, calibrated and set-up tocomply withwelding procedures taking into consideration other factors including correct filler wire, compressed gas, andappropriate pressuresettings to weld in accordancetothe internal procedures and ASME welding procedures.

• Use 2D dimensional reading skills to interpret engineering or customer supplied drawings and specifications.

• Useabilityto read measuring instruments not limited to, but including tape measure, rulers, calipers, micrometers.

• Verify protective shielding and restricted area signs are in place before welding. Andon lights to be used while welding is in process.

• Ability to set up and safelyoperatethe plasma-arc cutting torchin accordance withthe manufacturing procedures.

• Perform material handling functions inside of weld cell applicable to consumable parts, fittings,tubingand other components.

• Understand, promote andworksto meet OSHA and Crane safety practices

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must haveminimal ofhigh school education.

• Should have currently or previouslymaintainedan ASME Section IX certification in GTAW for 316L stainless or be able todemonstrateability to pass certification during interview weld examination.

• Must have ability to ASME certify and weld to 1G-6G position on ½ inch -6 inchpipe.

• Must have the ability to support development of WPS & WPQR procedures asrequiredin this department.

• Should have three or more years’ experience with GTAW welding stainless steel and or completed equivalent technical school training.

• Fabrication experience and the ability to work from dimensional drawings, sketches arerequired.

• Five or moreyearswelding experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Horizontal manual latheand ormanual machining experience are a plus.

• Simple computer skills required (Excel, Word), ability to translate and communicateprofessionaland through email necessary.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job:

• Required to stand forlong periodsof time

• Requiredto have good balance

• Required to use hands to handleor feel objects,toolsor controls

• Requiredto reach with hands and arms,balance, stoop, kneel,orcrouch

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to25pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to use various hand tools

• Must have good hand and eye coordination

EOE/Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.