Position Summary
FPS Food Process Solutions Corp. is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Qualified Pressure Welder (Class A) to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will perform high-quality pressure welding work related to the assembly, fabrication, installation, testing, maintenance, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels and food-grade equipment in compliance with applicable safety standards and welding codes.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform pressure welding in accordance with the Safety Standards Act and the Power Engineers, Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration Safety Regulation
- Read and interpret welding procedures, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
- Execute GTAW (TIG) welding on SS304 and SS316 thin-walled piping with a high level of precision
- Perform back-purging and maintain internal root-pass cleanliness to food-grade standards
- Maintain Welding Performance Qualifications (WPQ) continuity in accordance with ASME Section IX
- Ensure all work complies with approved WPS/PQR requirements
- Maintain accurate welder logbook records and related documentation
- Conduct quality inspections and support testing procedures as required
- Follow company safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment
- Provide supervision and technical guidance to Class IT welders
- Support production and project schedules as assigned
Qualifications & Requirements
- Valid Class A Pressure Welder Certificate of Qualification issued by TSBC
- Minimum 5–7 years of related pressure welding experience in Canada
- Experience working within regulated pressure welding standards
- Valid and up-to-date welder’s logbook record
- Advanced GTAW (TIG) welding skills on stainless steel SS304 and SS316 thin-walled piping
- Ability to work independently and lead junior welders when required
- Strong attention to detail and workmanship quality
- Ability to perform restricted-access welds or mirror welding is considered an asset
- Experience manufacturing food-grade equipment is considered an asset
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is considered an asset
FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank you for your interest in the position. Only those candidates who match the requirements and are eligible to work in Canada will be contacted / shortlisted.