• Welder

    Chart Industries (Palmerton, PA)


    Welder

    **Location:** Palmerton, PA, United States, 18071

    **Company:** Chart Industries

     

    _Ensuring Chart’s Success…_

     

    Hiring at Fronti Fabrications in Palmerton, PA - a Chart Industries company!

     

    Wages for welders starting at up to $32.00 per hour.

     

    Operating Hours – Monday through Thursday – 6:00-4:30. Must be available to work OT beyond normal operating hours as needed.

     

    _What Will You Do?_

     

    + Must train and pass a minimum of 6G level GTAW

    + GTAW B-31.3 on Aluminum pipe a plus, but not required

    + Must weld to x-ray quality at all times and when required, pass x-ray and dye penetrant check of welds

    + FCAW to ASME standards

    + May weld with other processes and varied weldments and metals as warranted

    + Works from drawings and specifications

    + Must identify material and markings to ensure proper piece parts and identification codes are present

    + Identify and use proper Work Instructions and other related specifications

    + Must perform fit-checks prior to final assembly with potential to rework fitments to meet drawing specifications

    + Responsible for quality of weld joint and proper identification of the weld

    + Setup and operation for ideal welding conditions

    + Perform minor maintenance on all welding machines such as change torch, foot pedal, fuses, load and adjust MIG wire feeder, and check coolant reservoirs daily.

    + Set up and operate portable plasma cutter

    + Preheat preparation prior to welding per instructions

    + Must keep work area clean and maintain shop housekeeping

    + May need to perform a job from start to finish including cut/prep /Fitting/ Welding

    + Unloading and loading of fabricated equipment or inhouse materials

     

    _Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…_

     

    Works in an average factory environment. Exposed to the following conditions: heat, sharp edges, sometimes above-average noise, burns, fumes, smoke, dust. Protective equipment and clothing provided. Works in awkward positions: bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, standing, and sitting. Lifting 0 to 50 lbs. When lifting over 50 lbs, two people are required.

     

    _Your Experience Should Be..._

     

    Must have a certificate/degree in welding from a certified technical college or 12 months of professional welding experience.

    The candidate must have sufficient knowledge and ability to:

    + Use and interpret sub-assembly drawings.

    + Must have good dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

    + Understand and work with welding codes, techniques, and special instructions.

    + Use measuring devices and have basic knowledge of math.

    + Work with both MIG and TIG weld processes on SS/ Aluminum and other metals when necessary.

    + Work closely with support groups such as Engineering and Supervisors.

    + Responsible for quality workmanship and requirements to reduce or eliminate hold points.

    The candidate must have sufficient ability to operate:

    + Welding Machines (MIG & TIG)

    + Portable Plasma Cutter

    + Positioner

    + Oxygen Acetylene Torch

    + Small Hand Tools

    + Cleaning Tanks

    + Various Hand Tools

    + Wire Brush, Chisel, & Punches

    + Hand and Electric Trucks

    + Overhead Cranes

    + Various Jigs and Fixtures

    + Bench Grinder

    + Simple and Complicated Measuring Devices

     

    _Our Benefits Package..._

     

    Chart provides a comprehensive offering of benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k with an employer match, disability and life insurance benefits.