Welder

Ehrhardt Tool & Machine is a dynamic contract manufacturing company dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering and fabrication services. With a focus on precision, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we serve a diverse range of industries including nuclear, aerospace, power generation, and more.

SHIFT: First shift Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (may be flexible)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position will support manufacturing in a regulated environment (ASME, nuclear, aerospace), producing code-compliant welds on critical and pressure-containing components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Perform GMAW (MIG) welding on carbon steel, stainless, and alloys
• Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, WPS, PQRs, and travelers and troubleshoot welding parameters
• Execute multi-pass, structural, and pressure boundary welds
• Ensure compliance with ASME Section IX and customer specs
• Perform inspections and correct defects
• Maintain traceability and documentation
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Follow safety and PPE requirements

Quality & Compliance Expectations

• Experience with ASME Section IX welding, including pressure vessels
• Ability to follow WPS/PQR requirements
• Understanding of pressure boundary weld quality
• Exposure to inspection methods (VT, UT, RT, PT, MT)
• High first-pass yield and minimal rework
• Maintain precision, traceability, and consistency

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-7+ years GMAW welding experience
• ASME Section IX welding experience
• Ability to read blueprints and WPS/PQR documentation
• Experience with multi-pass and pressure welds
• Strong metallurgy and distortion control knowledge
• Experience with code welding and pressure weldments
• Experience in regulated environments
• FCAW / GTAW experience
• Experience with thick materials or pressure vessels
• Exposure to audits and compliance manufacturing

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Mobility in a shop floor environment Exposure to heat, fumes, noise. Handling heavy materials

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance