Located in Berlin, CT
Pay: $52,000-65,000
Job Full Description
EB Welder
Location: Berlin, CT
Pay rate: $52,000-65,000
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:30 pm to 11 pm
Responsibilities and Duties-
- Set up, operate, and monitor electron beam welding equipment to produce precision welds on a variety of metals and alloys.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and welding specifications.
- Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, aligning, fixturing, and securing components.
- Select and adjust welding parameters, including beam current, focus, voltage, travel speed, and vacuum settings, according to process requirements.
- Verify vacuum chamber integrity and ensure proper machine operation before initiating weld cycles.
- Perform test welds and make process adjustments to achieve required weld quality and dimensional tolerances.
- Inspect completed welds using visual inspection techniques and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Assist with or perform non-destructive testing (NDT) preparation and support quality inspections as required.
- Document production data, inspection results, machine settings, and completed work accurately.
- Troubleshoot welding defects, equipment issues, and process inconsistencies to minimize downtime and scrap.
- Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on electron beam welding equipment.
- Maintain compliance with company quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry standards.
- Follow all workplace safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operation of high-voltage and vacuum systems.
- Work collaboratively with engineers, quality personnel, machinists, and production staff to resolve manufacturing issues and improve processes.
- Maintain an organized and clean work area using established housekeeping and lean manufacturing practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Train or assist less experienced operators as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications-
- Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements and must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder
- Education - High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of GTAW or TIG welding experience and some aerospace industry experience desired but not required
- May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
- Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications such as Microsoft Office
If you are interested and qualified for this position, please contact us at 203-235-5627.
Meriden, CT
2671
1501 East Main Street
Suite 102
Meriden, CT 06450
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