EB Welder

Located in Berlin, CT

Salary: $52,000-65,000

EB Welder

Location: Berlin, CT

Pay rate: $52,000-65,000

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:30 pm to 11 pm

Responsibilities and Duties-

• Set up, operate, and monitor electron beam welding equipment to produce precision welds on a variety of metals and alloys.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and welding specifications.
• Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, aligning, fixturing, and securing components.
• Select and adjust welding parameters, including beam current, focus, voltage, travel speed, and vacuum settings, according to process requirements.
• Verify vacuum chamber integrity and ensure proper machine operation before initiating weld cycles.
• Perform test welds and make process adjustments to achieve required weld quality and dimensional tolerances.
• Inspect completed welds using visual inspection techniques and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Assist with or perform non-destructive testing (NDT) preparation and support quality inspections as required.
• Document production data, inspection results, machine settings, and completed work accurately.
• Troubleshoot welding defects, equipment issues, and process inconsistencies to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on electron beam welding equipment.
• Maintain compliance with company quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe operation of high-voltage and vacuum systems.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, quality personnel, machinists, and production staff to resolve manufacturing issues and improve processes.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area using established housekeeping and lean manufacturing practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Train or assist less experienced operators as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications-

• Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements and must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder
• Education - High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of GTAW or TIG welding experience and some aerospace industry experience desired but not required
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications such as Microsoft Office

If you are interested and qualified for this position, please contact us at 203-235-5627.

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