Senior Welder - Non-Ferrous Foundry

About the Role

Inspect, salvage and repair a variety of castings. Fabricate major repairs such as rebuilding flanges on EJB and EBM castings and repairing mis‑drilled holes. Work with other departments on QC checks, possible repairs and problem solving for casting issues. Make minor repairs, including welding, that can be brought to the weld booth. Using fixed and variable gauges and visual inspection, check for defects such as thin walls, thin lips, core shift, flow holes, misruns, and strains to ensure prescribed quality standards. Weld using electric arc, acetylene, and heli‑arc equipment following standard methods utilized in the Aluminum Foundry. Set up and operate a CNC saw. Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities such as cleaning, inspection, minor lubrication and tightening loose bolts. Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and administer the 5‑S system. Follow prescribed safety regulations. • Inspect, salvage, and repair various castings. • Fabricate major repairs such as rebuilding flanges and mis‑drilled holes. • Collaborate with other departments on QC checks and casting problem solving. • Perform minor welding repairs in the weld booth. • Use gauges and visual inspection to detect defects and ensure quality. • Weld with electric arc, acetylene, and heli‑arc equipment following Foundry procedures. • Set up and operate CNC saw. • Conduct TPM activities: cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and bolt tightening. • Maintain a clean, orderly work area and administer 5S. • Follow standard safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸casting inspection
• ▸repair fabrication
• ▸welding
• ▸cnc saw
• ▸tpm
• ▸5s

What You Bring

A minimum of three years welding experience is required, with five years preferred. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, or an apprenticeship combined with a two‑year technical college education. Use advanced shop mathematics and interpret complex drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and adjustable measuring instruments. Only applicants residing within 50 miles of Syracuse, NY will be considered, and no relocation benefit is offered. The position involves exposure to heat, fumes, noise, grit and other challenging conditions. Ability to work in such environments is essential. • Minimum three years welding experience (five years preferred). • High school diploma or GED; apprenticeship or two‑year technical college education. • Proficient in shop mathematics, technical drawings, and measuring instruments. • Able to work in hot, noisy, gritty conditions with exposure to fumes. • Reside within 50 miles of Syracuse, NY; no relocation assistance provided.

Requirements

• ▸welding
• ▸3+ years
• ▸high school
• ▸shop math
• ▸technical drawings
• ▸local

Work Environment

Onsite