Senior Welder

1st and 2nd shift Available Now!

Position Summary: Prepare materials and parts and perform welding operations using spot, PAW, Mig, and Tig, welders to join parts, vessels, enclosures, etc; train new employees on welding skills. Side Welding is key for this position. Setup and operate equipment needed to cut, stamp, bend, form metal parts and materials for welding. Must be able to complete weld certification within 6 months of obtaining the position

Functional Contribution (Contribution Matrix): * Uses judgment to know when to refer issues to others * Recommends and implements solutions within designated area of responsibility * Technical troubleshooting of process, equipment, and product. * Contribute in problem solving activities. * Understand the processes and can apply them in multiple work areas and has the ability to train others on specific skills. * Uses resources to learn the business * Identifies ways to reduce waste and improve business processes * Transfers knowledge from one situation to the next * Demonstrate knowledge with Microsoft Office and other computer systems * Demonstrates approachability and openness * Establishes credibility * Demonstrates excellent interpersonal listening and communication capabilities * Uses the Watlow Business System (WBS) to achieve results * Demonstrating the Watlow Way (WW) Leader Behaviors Skills, Abilities and Mastery

(Responsibility Matrix): Delivery: * Prepare materials and/or parts for welding to specifications * Setup and operate equipment needed to cut, stamp, bend, form metal parts and materials for welding. * May perform welding operations using spot, PAW, Mig, and Tig, welders to join parts, vessels, enclosures, etc. * May use CNC plasma cutters and other electronically controlled welders to help cut and weld materials and parts. * Test completed product for welding reliability and completeness. May clean, re-weld, grind and finish welding. * Clean and do preventative maintenance on welding and preparation equipment as needed. * Train new employees on welding skills.* Read Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Design Drawings and match parts to both Business Partner: * Quality Engineering * Process Engineering Center of Expertise (COE) * Welding Techniques - advanced * Groove welds, non-code pressure retaining welds to a single ASME WPS certification * Restricted position certification * Weld CSA and ATEX housings

Education, Experience and Certification Requirements: * Preferred Two-year degree or Technical Certificate or related experience (3-5 years) * Leadership training