Skilled - Lead TIG Welder

Lead TIG Welder

Wage: $30.00 - $32.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead TIG Welder with expertise in stainless steel tube/pipe welding for pharmaceutical-grade equipment. This role will lead a small welding team, ensure quality workmanship, and maintain production efficiency while adhering to stringent sanitary and regulatory standards.

Lead TIG Welder Responsibilities:
- Lead, train, and mentor a team of TIG welders and fabricators
- Perform precision TIG welding on stainless steel tube and pipe to meet sanitary requirements
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot orbital welding equipment
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding specifications
- Inspect welds to ensure compliance with ASME BPE and customer requirements
- Coordinate with production management to meet project deadlines
- Uphold safety and quality standards throughout fabrication processes

Requirements for Lead TIG Welder:
- At least five years of TIG welding experience on stainless steel, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
- Experience with pharmaceutical-grade fabrication or sanitary process piping strongly preferred
- Proficiency in orbital welding equipment setup and operation
- Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork

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