Senior Welder

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Summary:

The Senior Welder is responsible for performing advanced welding and fabrication operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, productivity, and workmanship. This position serves as a technical resource within the manufacturing team, providing guidance and mentoring to welders, assisting with process improvements, and supporting the production of high-quality products that meet Xylem's customer and engineering requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform complex welding operations using MIG, TIG, Flux-Cored, and Stick welding processes as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, specifications, and work instructions.
• Set up, adjust, and operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials to required specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct fit-up, layout, tack welding, fabrication, and assembly activities.
• Inspect completed welds for dimensional accuracy, appearance, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot welding defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist supervisors and manufacturing engineers in improving welding processes, productivity, and quality performance.
• Train, mentor, and support less-experienced welders and new employees.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Support lean manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence activities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and company policies.
• Perform material handling and equipment operation as required.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all OSHA, company, and facility safety requirements.
• Properly utilize required PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respiratory protection where required.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions and near misses.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the facility.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and corrective action activities.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3-5 years of welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MIG and TIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.

Preferred

• AWS welding certification or equivalent qualification.
• Technical school, vocational training, or associate degree in Welding Technology.
• Experience with stainless steel fabrication and pressure-containing products.
• Prior leadership, mentoring, or lead welder experience.
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced welding and fabrication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to train and develop others.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality focus.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Commitment to Xylem's values of safety, quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying manufacturing conditions, including heat, noise, and welding fumes.
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect weld quality and read technical documents.

Success Measures

• Safety performance and compliance.
• First-pass yield and weld quality metrics.
• Productivity and schedule attainment.
• Reduction of scrap and rework.
• Training and development of team members.
• Participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Consistent adherence to Xylem quality and operational standards.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.