Certified Weld Inspector

A leading manufacturer in the work truck industry, is searching for an In-Process Weld Inspector to ensure quality weld products and drive continuous improvement in the weld department. 

Primary Job Duties:

• Lead continuous improvement activities related to welding processes including, but not limited to,   shop-floor work instructions, weld quality and productivity, and implementation of weld fixtures and processes
• Maintain open communication between manufacturing departments including welding, fabrication, laser, machine shop, manufacturing engineering, and the quality department
• Engage in Root Cause and Corrective/Preventive Action activities to eliminate weld defects and reduce scrap
• Perform and document inspections on welded products using hand measurement tools such as a tape measure, functional gauges, and calipers to ensure accuracy, form, and function of finished goods
• Measure parts according to the engineering drawings and inspection plans
• Comply with all safety requirements and proper use of PPE
• Additional responsibilities as requested or required related to weld projects, equipment evaluation and repair, materials evaluation, etc…

Skills/ Experience:

• Have valid AWS CWI and/or ASNT LEVEL 2 for Visual Testing
  • Lack of current certification may be overlooked for a candidate willing to certify within 12 months of hire.
• Experience welding with GTAW and GMAW
• Demonstrated problem solving and preventive action implementation experience
• Good written/oral communication skills
• Experience measuring with calipers, micrometers, tape measures, fillet weld and V-WAC gauges.

• Strong Teamwork
• Strong organizational practices

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Follow direction and work with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) 
• Understanding of how to read/create WPS’s and PQR’s

Education Background:

• HS Diploma or GED
• 2-5 years of applicable experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment in quality inspection or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• 2-5 years of direct weld experience