Welder

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full-time Regular Granite City, IL, US Salary Range: $36.00 To $40.00 Hourly Ehrhardt Tool & Machine is a dynamic contract manufacturing company dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering and fabrication services. With a focus on precision, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we serve a diverse range of industries including nuclear, aerospace, power generation, and more.

SHIFT

First shift Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (may be flexible)

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will support manufacturing in a regulated environment (ASME, nuclear, aerospace), producing code-compliant welds on critical and pressure-containing components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Perform GMAW (MIG) welding on carbon steel, stainless, and alloys Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, WPS, PQRs, and travelers and troubleshoot welding parameters Execute multi-pass, structural, and pressure boundary welds Ensure compliance with ASME Section IX and customer specs Perform inspections and correct defects Maintain traceability and documentation Support root cause analysis and corrective actions Follow safety and PPE requirements Quality & Compliance Expectations Experience with ASME Section IX welding, including pressure vessels Ability to follow WPS/PQR requirements Understanding of pressure boundary weld quality Exposure to inspection methods (VT, UT, RT, PT, MT) High first-pass yield and minimal rework Maintain precision, traceability, and consistency

QUALIFICATIONS

5–7+ years GMAW welding experience Ability to read blueprints and WPS/PQR documentation Experience with multi-pass and pressure welds Strong metallurgy and distortion control knowledge Experience with code welding and pressure weldments Experience in regulated environments FCAW / GTAW experience Experience with thick materials or pressure vessels Exposure to audits and compliance manufacturing

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Mobility in a shop floor environment Exposure to heat, fumes, noise. Handling heavy materials #J-18808-Ljbffr Forpak Inc.