Welder, 1st Shift - HFH at Alfa Laval Global in Richmond, Virginia

Job Description:

At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.



Who you are



You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.



About the job



Our Richmond manufacturing facility is adding a brand-new 1st shift welder to our lineup, and we'd like to hear from you. This position works in the fabrication of pumps and valves made from stainless steel. The Welder, using blueprints and other documents, will lay out, fit and weld fabricated, cast and forged components to various parts of pumps and valves using a variety of weld processes in a number of positions.



Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday through Friday, plus overtime as required




Base pay starts at $25.00 per hour (or higher based on experience)



As a part of the team, you will:


• Read and interpret blueprints.


• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal pieces using TIG welding processes.


• Operate manual flame cutting equipment.


• Operate metal shaping machines such as hand box brake, shears and other metal straightening and bending machines.


• Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring instruments.


• Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper. • Welds components in multiple positions.


• Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.


• Notifies supervisor of any quality or safety issues.


• Maintains effective interpersonal working relationships, functions as a team member.


• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.


• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.


• Works in other departments on an as-needed basis.


• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.


• Assist in training new employees in the safe and most efficient use of fabricating and welding methods.



What you know



Alfa Laval has a COVID-19 vaccination policy for new employees in operations roles. All employees, consultants and contractors working at these sites will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation exemption is granted.


You have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in Welding Technology preferred, basic computer skills, an ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and 2+ years of prior experience.



What's in it for you?



We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.


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