TIG Welder - Weekend Shift

Precinmac•Albany, OR

2d•$27 - $37

About The Position

The TIG Welder is a full-time non-exempt position. Viper Northwest, Inc. is a precision, quick response, build-to-print manufacturing organization, making precision fabricated and machined parts and assemblies for satisfied customers since 1985. Viper Northwest has a tenured staff of highly skilled manufacturing and technical professionals who manufacture capital equipment and OEM components for a variety of high-tech industries. We also provide engineering design assistance and verification, as well as drafting services and we are looking for skilled individuals to join our team! Weld/fabricate parts based on blueprint requirements on time and with minimal waste. While not inclusive, this position will provide support in the following areas of the Fabrication Department: Weld/Fabricate: This position is 90-95% TIG welding and requires experience. Grind/detail welds and parts to match stock finish on prints. Straighten welded and fabricated parts to meet internal and customer requirements. Ability to set up machine for different material types and sizes. Demonstrated ability to layout, fit and weld plates, tubing and pipe. Performs fusion welding of sheet metal parts. Reads blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and specifications. Fabricates complex frame assemblies to print. Work within tolerances of +/- .010” to .020” frequently. Record keeping: Completes all required recording and reporting forms and documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Documents actions by completing required logs. Performs inspection of related records for completion, accuracy and readability. Accurately counts, records and resolves any quantity or completeness discrepancies prior to accepting responsibility. Accurately counts and records all quantities prior to forwarding to next work station. Verification of Product: Maintains quality standards by adhering to all quality assurance procedures and processes while completing job responsibilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Five (5) years experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
Minimum ability to operate within a Windows environment, using email for communication.
Usage of Data Collection software.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, schematics, prints and travelers is required.
Effective interpersonal communication skills through a variety of methods is required.
Basic Math Skills: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Metric to Standard Conversion, Fractions to Decimals, Geometry, Trigonometry.
Requires the ability to define complex problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
The ability to interpret a wide range of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form is an on-going requirement.
This position requires standing for the majority of the day. Walking, bending, kneeling,squatting,stooping,handling,fingering,reaching,lifting,and pulling are necessary throughout the day as well.

Nice To Haves

Welding certificate/Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Machine Tool Technology, or related subject-area; or Trade School Certification in a related discipline or Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

Weld/fabricate parts based on blueprint requirements on time and with minimal waste.
Grind/detail welds and parts to match stock finish on prints.
Straighten welded and fabricated parts to meet internal and customer requirements.
Ability to set up machine for different material types and sizes.
Demonstrated ability to layout, fit and weld plates, tubing and pipe.
Performs fusion welding of sheet metal parts.
Reads blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and specifications.
Fabricates complex frame assemblies to print.
Work within tolerances of +/- .010” to .020” frequently.
Completes all required recording and reporting forms and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Documents actions by completing required logs.
Performs inspection of related records for completion, accuracy and readability.
Accurately counts, records and resolves any quantity or completeness discrepancies prior to accepting responsibility.
Accurately counts and records all quantities prior to forwarding to next work station.
Maintains quality standards by adhering to all quality assurance procedures and processes while completing job responsibilities.