Welder (Full Time)

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We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. . Current openings: > Job DescriptionWelder (Full Time)Department: All Openings, Manufacturing - ExperiencedWelder compensation range(based on experience level)$22- $37/hr Welder I($22/hr-$24/hr) Attains familiarity with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements. Perform TIG welding of aluminum and steel parts. Understands standards and criteria required to inspect and buying off own work using Piper inspection certifications. Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Partner with senior teammates within career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform duties as assigned by supervision. Welder II($25/hr-$27/hr) Maintaining compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements. Performing TIG welding of less complex aluminum and steel parts such as tow bars and seat handles. Inspect and buying off own work using Piper inspection certifications. Ability to and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere, maintain and assist teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision. Senior Welder II($28/hr-$30/hr) Maintaining compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements. Performing TIG welding of less complex aluminum and steel parts such as Tow bars and seat handles. Inspect and buying off own work using Piper inspection certifications. Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross-train and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere, maintain, assist and train teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform audits of areas within the department as required to maintain compliance with all FAA and Piper operational requirements. Initiate related operational process or procedural corrective action, or request additional assistance from leadership or other support teams where necessary. Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision Structural Welder I($28/hr-$30/hr) Maintaining compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and Faa requirements. Performing TIG structural welding of complex aluminum, steel, and stainless-steel welded structures including oil collector tanks and air boxes. Inspect and buying off own and other Team Mates work using Piper inspection certifications Assisting in addressing departmental quality concerns to resolve them expeditiously and in a cost-effective manner. Helping troubleshoot and re-work discrepancies as necessary directed by the Supervisor or Team lead Providing technical assistance for other teammates & Pipers Manufacturing Support Teams. Conducting training and cross training of teammates to attain acceptable levels of performance. Provides assistance when required during new product development, design, build and testing. Partner with senior teammates within career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform duties as assigned by supervision. Structural Welder II($34/hr) Maintaining compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements. Performing TIG structural welding of complex and intricate aluminum, stainless steel and steel parts including engine mounts & other aircraft assemblies. Assisting in addressing departmental quality concerns to resolve them expeditiously and in a cost-effective manner. Helping troubleshoot and re-work all major discrepancies as necessary. Inspect and buying off own and other teammates work using Piper inspection certifications. Providing technical assistance for other teammates & Pipers Manufacturing Support Teams as well as vendors, equipment suppliers, etc. when appropriate. Conducting training and cross training of teammates to attain acceptable levels of performance. Assisting with continuous improvement efforts to enhance the Teams performance including schedule delivery performance, reduction of late work, elimination of quality defects & scrap, productivity improvement initiatives and cost reductions. Works with other manufacturing areas to ensure production readiness for design changes. Provides assistance when required during new product development, design, build and testing. Ability to and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere, maintain and assist teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision Senior Structural Welder ($37/hr) Maintaining compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements. Performing TIG structural welding of all complex, intricate aluminum, stainless steel and steel parts Interfacing with other departments regarding quality concerns to resolve expeditiously and in a cost-effective manner. Troubleshooting and re-working all major discrepancies as necessary Inspect and buying off own and other teammates work using Piper inspection certifications. Acting as a technical liaison between teammates & Pipers Manufacturing Support Teams as well as vendors, equipment suppliers, etc. when appropriate. Conducting or coordinating training and cross training of teammates to attain acceptable levels of performance. Driving continuous improvement efforts to enhance the teams performance including schedule delivery performance, reduction of late work, elimination of quality defects & scrap, productivity improvement initiatives and cost reductions. Assists with data collection, review and report generation. Working with other manufacturing areas to ensure production readiness for design changes. Provides assistance when required during new product development, design, build and testing. Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross-train and mentor teammates within career path to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity. Adhere, maintain, assist and train teammates within career path to all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs. Perform audits of areas within the department as required to maintain compliance with all FAA and Piper operational requirements. Initiate related operational process or procedural corrective action, or request additional assistance from leadership or other support teams where necessary. Perform duties of lower graded position within Career Path and other duties as assigned by supervision Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Successful completion welding program or 2 years experience preferred Related welding experience requirements: o Welder I: 2 years of experience o Welder II: 2 5 years of experience o Senior Welder: 5 years of experience o Structural Welder I: 2 years of experience o Structural Welder II: 2 5 years of experience o Senior Structural Welder: 5 years of experience Must be able to pass required weld certification per AWS D17.1. Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime Ability to work with minimal supervision Use of hand and power tools as required Follow all safety procedures Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal). Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS) and other manufacturing instructions Piper Benefits Overview Core Health Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Piper Provided Benefits (Basic): Basic Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment Short-Term Disability (STD) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement 16 days of PTO (Paid Time Off) 11 company holidays Voluntary Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA) Supplemental Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD Buy- Up) Accident Plan Critical Illness Universal Life (Whole Life Policy) Hospital StayPay Preferred Legal Plan