Welder (2nd Shift)

Job Title: Welder Level 2/3

Department: 1009 - Welding

Location: Califon, NJ

Summary

The Welder plays a critical role in the multi-step process of fabricating products from diverse alloys. This position requires advanced welding skills and the ability to operate a variety of welding equipment in multiple positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead). In addition to welding, the Welder is responsible for ensuring quality standards are met, managing documentation, and supporting workflow continuity.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced manual and semiautomatic welding tasks
• Inspect and verify welds to ensure they meet specified standards throughout the welding process
• Identify, address, and correct product defects in a timely manner
• Conduct and record precise dimensional measurements on products before and after welding
• Report and document equipment malfunctions or product issues promptly
• Brief and transition incoming shifts on ongoing work and any pertinent information
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of forklifts for loading and unloading materials
• Maintain and verify product identification for traceability throughout the production process
• Ensure that shop router and product material match, and confirm the router is signed off by the preceding department
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, adhering to company safety requirements and remaining vigilant of surroundings at all times.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in loading and unloading material onto welding equipment without damaging the product
• Ability to read and understand welding procedures
• Competency in various welding positions, including flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead
• Proficiency in various welding techniques, such as TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), MIG (Metal Inert Gas), and ARC
• Skill in selecting and setting up welding equipment
• Experience with lift trucks and/or successful completion of Lift Truck competency review
• Basic knowledge of different welding techniques and welding equipment
• Willingness to progress through in-service training at specified timeframes
• Accurate reading of tape measures and other measuring tools
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently
• Attention to detail

Education and/or Experience

• Completion of an advanced trade school welding training program or equivalent extensive experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Industry-recognized welding certifications (preferred)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant welding experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required

to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person