Weld Technician

Welding TechnicianWilliams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.The OpportunityWilliams International has an exciting opportunity for a Welding Technician to join our team in Sheet Metal (cell location 8534).The Welding Technician will be working within a team environment, the Cell Specialist will have responsibility for the operation of welding equipment. He/she will participate in welding related activities to ensure that parts are manufactured in accordance with manufacturing standards and specifications. All Cell Specialists are also responsible to ensure the continuous flow of materials and parts through the assigned Cell.Additionally, the Welding Technician will:Set-up and operation of TIG Welding, Tack Welding, or Automatic Welding equipment.Perform rework and development hardware as required.Manufacture and/or tests parts according to engineering and customer standards and specifications.Maintain accurate and reliable documentation.Perform inspection and/or testing related activities to ensure that parts are machined in accordance with manufacturing standards and blueprint specifications. Visually inspects parts to ensure they are free of burrs or damaged surfaces.Remove burrs, sharp edges, tool marks and other irregularities from machined parts to ensure they are in accordance with engineering blueprints, and tolerance requirements.Maintain proper identification of parts per planning specifications and ensure that accurate and reliable records and documentation are maintained.Communicate change of shift requirements to ensure team members receive accurate and reliable information and documentation.QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED and at least 2 years of related experience in welding or demonstrated proficiency. Must be able to provide an acceptable written and practical weld test. Effective interaction with team members, customers and all levels of management. Reads, understands and correctly interprets basic blueprint drawings.Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. from floor to waist. (Note – must use a lift assist or assistance from other individual(s) when lifting in excess of 50 lbs.)Must be capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 lbs.Must have grip strength of at least 50 lbs.U.S. citizenship is requiredPosition requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U S. Department of State.Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.If you are interested in applying for employment with Williams International and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position due to a physical and/or mental disability, please send an e-mail with your request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Or, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis.