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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel components and assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, weld procedures, and work instructions.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, fabrication drawings, specifications, and welding process requirements.
• Lay out, measure, mark, cut, fit, and form materials to meet dimensional and quality specifications.
• Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components and equipment using appropriate welding and fabrication techniques.
• Troubleshoot complex fabrication and assembly issues, utilizing technical expertise and sound judgment to develop effective solutions.
• Perform self-inspections throughout the fabrication process to ensure parts and assemblies conform to print requirements, tolerances, and quality standards.
• Set up and adjust welding equipment, tooling, and welding parameters according to work specifications.
• Perform routine inspections, calibration verification, cleaning, and basic maintenance of welding equipment, machines, torches, cables, and related tools.
• Identify equipment defects and coordinate or perform minor repairs as appropriate to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to move, position, and secure materials.
• Repair worn or damaged metal components by welding and rebuilding surfaces as required.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of welding, brazing, and soldering equipment.
• Complete required production, quality, and maintenance documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including equipment, tools, materials, and workstations.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including machine safety requirements, environmental regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local health and safety standards.
• Actively participate in company safety initiatives, hazard identification activities, and continuous improvement programs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of fabrication and welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MIG and TIG welding, with a strong emphasis on stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Strong fabrication skills including material layout, cutting, fitting, forming, and assembly.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex build and fabrication challenges.
• Experience safely operating overhead cranes; forklift experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and lift materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work safely around welding equipment, cranes, and industrial machinery while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, sparks, and welding fumes.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS welding certification or equivalent.
• Experience fabricating custom stainless steel equipment, tanks, piping, or structural assemblies.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience with precision measuring and inspection equipment.

• Competitive Paid Time Off (3 weeks to start)
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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