The Hand Welder (TIG Qualified) is responsible for performing high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel components and assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, welding procedures, and quality standards. The role ensures weld integrity, product quality, safety compliance, and productivity while supporting manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform TIG (GTAW) welding on stainless steel components, weldments, and assemblies according to approved welding procedures and work instructions.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, and specifications.
- Prepare materials for welding, including cleaning, fitting, alignment, and joint preparation.
- Set up and operate TIG welding equipment and ensure correct welding parameters are used.
- Produce high-quality welds that meet customer specifications and internal quality standards.
- Perform visual inspection of completed welds and identify defects requiring repair or rework.
- Carry out weld repairs as required while maintaining product quality requirements.
- Use measuring tools and gauges to verify dimensions and weld quality.
- Maintain welding equipment and perform routine housekeeping and basic preventive maintenance.
- Comply with all safety, health, environmental, and PPE requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, productivity, and reduce welding defects.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve welding-related issues.
- Maintain accurate production and quality records as required.
Requirements
- Minimum SPM, SKM, or equivalent technical qualification.
- Valid TIG Welding Certification (preferred).
- AWS, ASME, or equivalent welding qualification is an added advantage.
- Minimum 1–3 years of TIG welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience welding stainless steel sheet metal, tubing, and fabricated components.
- Experience in precision welding for high-quality industrial products is preferred.
- Proficient in TIG (GTAW) welding techniques.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and welding symbols.
- Knowledge of stainless steel welding processes and material characteristics.
- Familiarity with welding quality standards and inspection requirements.
- Skilled in using measuring instruments such as vernier calipers, measuring tapes, and weld gauges.
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Able to stand for extended periods during production.
- Able to lift materials up to company-approved weight limits.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with appropriate PPE.
- Good eyesight and hand-eye coordination for precision welding.
