Tig Welder

Job Title: Aerospace Tig Welder
Location: Kent, WA
Direct Hire Job
Shift: Swing shift 2:30pm - 1am, Monday through Thursday.
Day shift could vary but likely an early start at 3:30am or 4am (10-hour shifts Mon- Thurs)

Level 1: Applies basic welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications. Works well as a team member and seeks clarification to refine welding techniques.

Level 2: Applies basic and some advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications. Works well as a team member and seeks clarification to refine welding techniques.

Level 3: Applies advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications. Works well as a team member and seeks clarification to refine welding techniques.

Level 4: Applies advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications. Works well as a team member and seeks clarification to refine welding techniques.

Functions and Responsibilities:
•Completes routine and some advanced welding tasks while applying standard practices.
•Properly prepares weld surfaces.
•Interprets and follows written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
•Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
•Performs fitting of assemblies.
•May train others on prior job experience.
•Repairs some of his or her own parts.
•Regularly evaluates his/her own product quality for continuous improvement.
•Works under limited oversight.
•Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience.
•Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required.
•Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency.
•Reads and understands router operations, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
•Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
•Can move to various work areas easily with experience.
•Must be able to use mathematics relevant to welding functions.
•Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
•Knows when to stop and finds appropriate interpretation when necessary.

Working Condition
•Use of protective clothing, goggles, helmets with protective lenses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.

Physical Requirements
•The welder performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material.

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