Job Purpose

Watson Metal Masters is currently looking for a Craftsman Grinder/Welder/Fabricator to join our growing team! We are passionate about working closely with our customers and engineering the most creative solutions to meet their Stainless-Steel Tank needs.

Our Grinder/Welder/Fabricator plays an important role on the Watson Production team. The ideal candidate will have skills in TIG weld, Pulsed MIG, polish, fabricate, assemble and the ability to inspect stainless steel products to meet customer requirements and expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Minimally invasive grinding (scratches, pits)
• Blend in repair effectively on parent polished material
• Grind external or internal cylindrical tapered surfaces
• Remove metal by the application of abrasives which are bonded to form a rotating wheel
• Rough and finish flat, cylindrical, and conical surfaces
• Determine grinding speeds, feed rates, holding fixtures, and grinding wheels to be used
• Lift or hoist workpieces
• Superior quality Pulsed Mig and Tig welds
• Have the knowledge and skillset to build a tank from start to finish
• Build tanks and components with little to no supervision
• Work as a self-starter
• Dissect a blueprint and determine if something is incorrect
• Demonstrate advanced troubleshooting skillset
• Buff and grind welds proficiently in accordance with the blueprints
• Determine what shielding gasses are needed in different welding applications
• Determine what type of filler rod/wire is needed in different welding applications
• Actively share knowledge to enhance others’ skills and foster continuous growth
• Demonstrate versatility by being adaptable and ready to contribute wherever needed within the shop
• Be a reliable professional who consistently delivers accurate results within established timelines
• Properly use weld gauges
• Accurately fill out tank traveler documentation
• Properly fill out weld log and heat code documentation
• Operate hand tools in a safe manner
• Operate overhead cranes in a safe manner
• Work in confined spaces
• Understand and follow all safety procedures
• Wear all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• May perform other duties as assigned to help the rest of the Watson team

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Valid certification in welding from an accredited institution is preferred. 

Specialized Knowledge and Experience

• At least 5+ years' experience fabricating and welding with the ability to weld with pulsed MIG, and GTAW stainless steel.
• Experience in ASME shop a plus.
• Must have the ability to polish and finish stainless steel.
• Ability to maintain equipment, including changing out wheels.
• Ability to inspect grinding wheel for cracks, or ware.
• Use proper wheel guards on all grinding machines.
• Ability to fabricate
• We need someone who wants to do more than simply be a "welder", who works well in team environments.
• Sound operation abilities with overhead cranes, forklifts, and all hand tools.
• Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to successfully follow through on assignments.

Other Skills

• MUST BE DEPENDABLE – Our customers count on us to get the job done and it takes every one of us!
• Requires the interpersonal skills to interact and collaborate with wide variety of internal personnel. 
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
• Must be able to interact professionally, appropriately, and courteously with customers, co-workers and other outside parties.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must show concern for quality and practice continuous improvement.

Physical requirements

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 must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; crouch and kneel; and must be able to talk and hear.  The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Safety is of utmost importance. All team members must observe safety procedures and use equipment and materials properly; must wear safety glasses and steel toe boots.

Direct reports

This position has no direct reports.

Additional Information

This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  While it is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different duties/tasks be performed.  I have read, understand and can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.