GTAW / FCAW Welder Fabricator

GTAW / FCAW Welder Fabricator


Company
American Alloy Fabricators, Inc.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
25–32 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
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Job Title: GTAW / FCAW Welder Fabricator

The Role: Precision Welding for High-Stakes Manufacturing

Are you a master of your craft when it comes to stainless steel and nickel alloys? We are an ASME code manufacturer looking for a highly skilled Welder Fabricator to join our team. If you take pride in producing high-pressure, code-compliant welds and have a passion for precision, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
• Specialized Welding: Perform high-quality GTAW (TIG) and FCAW (Flux-Core) welding on stainless steel and nickel alloys.
• Code Fabrication: Manufacture components according to strict ASME code standards.
• Blueprint Mastery: Read and interpret technical drawings and weld symbols to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Quality Control: Maintain a keen eye for detail to ensure every weld passes rigorous inspections.

Requirements
• Technical Expertise: Proven experience with GTAW and FCAW processes.
• Alloy Experience: Extensive background working with stainless steel and nickel alloys.
• Code Knowledge: Solid understanding of ASME welding codes and manufacturing standards.
• Fabrication Skills: Ability to fit and fabricate parts from start to finish.

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