Welder - Manufacturing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Ensure all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules, and regulations are followed and met
• Knowledge and efficiency of heavy shipyard construction welding in all positions using approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) determined by HPSI and Classification Society
• Welding process includes:
• FCAW - Flux Cored Arc Welding
• SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
• SAW - Submerged Arc Welding
• Automated Welding Process (use of tractors)
• Stainless Steel Fillet Welding
• Padding and preparing weld joints per WPS
• Carbon Arc Gouging
• Note: Not inclusive, shall be determined by vessel specification and classification rules
• Knowledge, understanding, and demonstration of interpreting approved WPS set forth at Hanwha Philly Shipyard
• Knowledge and ability on how to use all welding-related tools, including basic troubleshooting and maintaining welding equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation
• Welder must proficiently demonstrate welding ability through performance testing as determined by vessel project and classification
• Welder shall perform internal quality checks of their work performance to ensure quality standards are achieved. Be able to do their quality checks of their welds daily
• Welder must maintain their individual NDT rejection set forth by Hanwha Philly Shipyard and Classification Society
• May be trained and required to weld using automated welding systems
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Work Independently according to valid instructions and Hanwha Philly Shipyard rules and standards
• Flexible cooperation with team members
• Must be able to work in different environments and areas (e.g. indoors, outdoors, in confined spaces, on scissor lifts and aerial lifts, and in inclement weather)
• Welder must be able to work in a team environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Workmanship assembly - Multi-position 4.5mm (+1.0 mm/-0.5mm) fillet welds
• Grind a weld without leaving scarred surface
• Requires Bend Test of 400mm long Vertical and Horizontal Groove
• Requires Bend Tests of 400mm long test coupons in accordance with Classification Society Rules

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT


Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes, and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.


*Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS


The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK


This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, and days and hours are determined by department schedules.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3 to 5 years' work experience in businesses with heavy industrial or steel fabrication preferred
• 1+ years' work experience in heavy industrial with either an Associate Degree in Welding Technology or completion of the welding training program with PSI curriculum
• Welding robotics a plus

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such an individual.