Weld Coordinator

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Associate Weld Engineering Degree
• AWS Certified Weld Inspector
• 7 Years Previous Robot Welder Programmer, Set-up and Operator Experience
• 7 Years Previous Manual Weld Experience
• Experience with Pipe/Tube Welding
• AWS D1.1 Weld Certification Preferred
• Previous Manufacturing experience
• Able to Pass Testing Requirements
• Weld Helmet Required (Helmet supplies provided by company)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

• Knowledge and use of inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gages, height gages, etc.
• Knowledge of reading blueprints, diagrams and schematics
• Knowledge of understand geometric tolerances
• Skilled in writing Robot Weld programs
• General understanding of grades of steel, aluminum, cast iron, etc.
• Ability to problem solve and to multi-task and support and organize various projects at the same time
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (helmet, face-shield, gloves, jacket, etc.)
• Ability to maneuver large, heavy parts with overhead crane
• Ability to withstand exposure to extreme heat
• Ability to work in an environment that has some dirt and dust, weld fumes and moderate noise
• Ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, visitors and co-workers.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read and comprehend technical information at a 12th grade level
• Ability to take initiatives to improve efficiencies and procedures
• Any other knowledge, skills or abilities needed to successfully perform the duties of the position

Job Description:

· Review the product standard to be used, together with any supplementary/customer requirements.

· Review the parent material specification and welded joint properties, like quality and acceptance requirements for welds.

· Review the location, accessibility, and sequence of welds, including accessibility for inspection and non-destructive testing.

· Review the drawings, weld profile the dimensions and details of joint preparation and completed weld.

· Establish appropriate procedure specifications for welding and allied processes.

· Authorize the welding procedures, the method and establish range of qualification.

· Establish the sequence in which the welds are to be made & conditions (e.g. protection from wind, temperature and rain).

· Authorize work instructions, the issuing and use of work instructions on the shop floor.

· Select suitable welding and associated equipment/facility required to produce the parts.

· Confirm suitable arrangement for preheating and post-heat treatment, including temperature indicators.

· Ensure personal protective equipment and other safety equipment applicable for the manufacturing process.

· Verify the suitability and validity of welders and welding operators qualification certificates.

· Preparation of weld plan and welder skill matrix.

· Verify the allocation of qualified personnel on respective jobs & machines.

· Coordinate for any production test.

· Verify the compatibility, delivery conditions, welding consumable inspection document, the storage and handling of welding consumables.

· In process surveillance and process compliance with the approved procedures.

· Visual examination & coordination for NDT & destructive testing (CWI Certificate)

· Coordination and knowledge transfer with other manufacturing locations of Wipro for weld related improvements.

· Recommend the necessary measures and actions with regard to non-conformance and corrective actions (e.g. weld repairs, re-assessment of repaired welds, corrective actions)

· The preparation and maintenance of the necessary quality records (including subcontracted activities)

· Conduct root cause analysis and recommend the corrective actions in case of weld failures.

· Contribute in continuous improvement in quality, productivity & cost reduction drives.

• Inspection, Safety and Other
  • Follow WPS-Weld Procedure Specifications for each job
  • Complete necessary production and inspection records
  • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
  • Move long, large, heavy parts using overhead crane

• • Troubleshoot problematic issues and provide resolutions
  • Interact with Supervisor to optimize productivity and eliminate downtime
  • Monitor weld wire, safety equipment and supplies and notify purchasing when they are needed to be purchased
  • Train and assist new welders as necessary
  • Work Overtime as needed
  • Report any maintenance issue requiring repair or replacement
  • Report any safety or hazard issue