Welder

What to expect:

The TIG Welder is a full-time non-exempt position.

Hours for the position:


Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am, train on days

$27-$37 hourly DOE, plus 10% Swing Shift differential

TIG Welder - Swing Shift

Our Mission: To deliver the right product on time, every time!

Viper Northwest, Inc. is a precision, quick response, build-to-print manufacturing organization, making precision fabricated and machined parts and assemblies for satisfied customers since 1985.

Viper Northwest has a tenured staff of highly skilled manufacturing and technical professionals who manufacture capital equipment and OEM components for a variety of high-tech industries. We also provide engineering design assistance and verification, as well as drafting services and we are looking for skilled individuals to join our team!

The job summary:

Weld/fabricate parts based on blueprint requirements on time and with minimal waste.

While not inclusive, this position will provide support in the following areas of the Fabrication Department:

Weld/Fabricate: This position is 90-95% TIG welding and requires experience. Grind/detail welds and parts to match stock finish on prints. Straighten welded and fabricated parts to meet internal and customer requirements. Ability to set up machine for different material types and sizes. Demonstrated ability to layout, fit and weld plates, tubing and pipe. Performs fusion welding of sheet metal parts. Reads blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and specifications. Fabricates complex frame assemblies to print. Work within tolerances of +/- .010" to .020" frequently.


Record keeping: Completes all required recording and reporting forms and documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Documents actions by completing required logs. Performs inspection of related records for completion, accuracy and readability. Accurately counts, records and resolves any quantity or completeness discrepancies prior to accepting responsibility. Accurately counts and records all quantities prior to forwarding to next work station.

Verification of Product: Maintains quality standards by adhering to all quality assurance procedures and processes while completing job responsibilities.

What competencies you bring:

Efficiency: Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort.


Attention To Detail: Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task. Identifies and addresses discrepancies and inconsistencies in a process, product, or situation.


Flexibility/adaptability: Views change as necessary and positive; maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new structures, processes, requirements; can effectively cope with change; remains objective and is seen as balanced despite challenges, obstacles.


Accountability/ Dependability: Focuses on desired outcomes and how best to achieve them. Gets the job done. Assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; can be counted on to deliver consistent and high quality results.

Problem Solving & Decision Making: Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions such as engaging co-workers in discussions before making decisions and/or acting on fact instead of emotion.


Safety: Follows safe work practices ensuring compliance with Viper safety policy and procedures. Assists others in working safely. Recognizes and reports real or possible safety hazards.

Collaboration & Teamwork: Actively participates as a member of the team to move the team toward the completion of goals; considers the perspectives of others in working towards common goals; develops positive and productive relationships within and across teams to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

Communication: Clearly and respectfully conveys information and ideas, orally and in writing, to individuals or groups in a manner that helps them understand and retain the message; demonstrates active listening and appropriate body language.

The experience you have:

Education: Required: High School diploma or GED. Preferred: Welding certificate/Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Machine Tool Technology, or related subject-area; or Trade School Certification in a related discipline or Apprenticeship. Required: Five (5) years experience as a Welder/Fabricator.


Computer Skills: Minimum ability to operate within a Windows environment, using email for communication. Usage of Data Collection software.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical data, schematics, prints and travelers is required. Effective interpersonal communication skills through a variety of methods is required.

Mathematical Skills: Basic Math Skills: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Metric to Standard Conversion, Fractions to Decimals, Geometry, Trigonometry.


Reasoning Ability: Requires the ability to define complex problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. The ability to interpret a wide range of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form is an on-going requirement.

Physical Demands: This position requires standing for the majority of the day. Walking, bending, kneeling,squatting,stooping,handling,fingering,reaching,lifting,and pulling are necessary throughout the day as well.

Work Environment: The work environment for this position is that of an industrial machine shop/production facility. Employees may experience loud noises, (at varying levels), sharp edges(tooling and material), oil, and coolant throughout the workday.


Viper Northwest provides an extensive benefits package, including:

• Complete Health Benefits Package
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Employee Activities
• Recognition Programs

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with all federal and state regulations. Precinmac provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.