Welder - Houston, United States - FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc.

Description

Job Description

Why FlexSteel??

FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate and is felt daily throughout our company. Our employees thrive on excitement and contribute to a positive atmosphere by believing in our product and taking their role as a FlexSteel ambassador seriously. If you are a team player, self-starter and can put safety above all, this position is for you. As a welder, you will be a part of a team that is essential to the success of FlexSteel. To see if you are a good fit for this position, please see below:

SUMMARY

FlexSteel ) is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

• The Welder position includes. but is not limited to, fitting and welding pipe joints in accordance with Company established PQR and WPS procedures. The Welder is expected to be knowledgeable in the welding of an array of materials including, but not limited to, carbon steel and 316L stainless steel using the TIG and or MIG welding process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Follows and complies with all safety procedures and regulations at all times, including proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment at all times
• Demonstrates a commitment to being at workstation on time.
• Demonstrates regular attendance by minimizing unscheduled work absences.
• Maintains traceability as required throughout fabrication and ensures that the correct materials are being used to weld
• Welds components in accordance with established PQR and WPS procedures
• Maintains cleanliness and preparation of components as required including maintaining separation of carbon steel parts and stainless-steel parts (working tools included)
• Inspects welds against product criteria and report any quality defects to supervisor
• Re-works non-conforming parts in accordance with NCR dispositions and approved documentation
• Ensures work order documents (Welding Matrix, work order sign off) are filled out correctly each day and maintained in the work packet.
• Works in accordance with FlexSteel's Quality Management System and Customer requirements, as well as supports other manufacturing operations, where required ·
• Ensures completed components are staged and stored in such a way that no damage will occur while in transit to the next operation
• Follows all 5S practices and supports lean activities, such as, Kaizen events, MDI, and problem solving.
• Maintains production requirements and goals in the weld area by populating hour by hour boards, clocking into and out of work orders, and working to meet production standards and meet Customer delivery expectations
• Works as part of multi-functional team to promote continuous improvements to safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and product development.
• Other duties assigned by Shift Team Lead.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Welding certification or equivalent preferred
• A minimum of 1-3 years manual TIG/ MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read prints, WPS, and work instruction to have clear understanding of the approved manual welding process.
• Ability to read and understand x-ray films
• Experience welding of stainless and carbon steel metals required
• Ability to weld groove welds in the 1G position
• Experience working in a fast-paced work environment and meeting production metrics
• Must be a team player.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; stand, walk and sit; talk and hear.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to clearly hear voices or alarms, bells, and other noise.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plant/Shop/Field Services:
  • Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.
  • Regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions (outside weather conditions); high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.
  • Occasionally exposed to the risk of radiation or electrical shock.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Disclaimer:

FlexSteel Pipe Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbents may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly, and clean workplace, using safety precautions, and observing safety rules at all times.