Welder

To perform high-quality TIG welding operations on sheet metal components, ensuring strong, accurate, and clean welds in accordance with engineering drawings, welding standards, and safety practices.
⚡ Special Requirement: Capable of welding thin sheet metal with thickness ranging from 0.8 mm to 3 mm.

1. TIG Welding Process Knowledge

   • Perform TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel, and other alloys as per requirements.

   • Apply correct welding techniques to achieve high-quality joints.

2. Parameter Setup

   • Set appropriate current, voltage, gas flow, and filler material parameters.

   • Adjust machine settings to suit material thickness and type.

3. Material Preparation

   • Clean, cut, and prepare base materials before welding.

   • Ensure proper edge preparation and surface condition.

4. Joint Types & Fit-Up

   • Perform welding on various joints (butt, fillet, corner, T-joints, lap joints).

   • Ensure proper alignment, clamping, and gap control before welding.

5. Welding Techniques

   • Execute consistent weld beads with good penetration, fusion, and appearance.

   • Minimize spatter, distortion, discoloration and defects through correct technique.

6. Weld Quality & Inspection

   • Conduct self-inspection of welds using gauges, measuring tools, and visual checks.

   • Follow quality standards and rectify weld defects if any.

7. Welding Positions

   • Perform welding in different positions (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G as applicable).

8. Blueprint Reading

   • Interpret welding symbols, engineering drawings, and fabrication sketches.

   • Follow assembly requirements as per drawings.

9. Safety Practices

   • Adhere to workplace safety rules and use PPE (helmet, gloves, apron, etc.).

   • Handle gases and equipment safely to prevent accidents.

10. Equipment Maintenance

    • Maintain TIG welding machine, torch, gas regulators, and accessories in good working condition.

    • Report breakdowns or malfunctions immediately.

11. Measuring Equipment Use

    • Use vernier callipers, micrometres, angle protractors, weld gauges, and other measuring tools.

    • Ensure accuracy in dimensions and weld alignment.

12. Purging Skill

    • Perform back purging with argon gas for stainless steel/aluminium welds.

    • Ensure clean, oxidation-free internal weld surfaces.

Qualifications & Experience

• ITI / Diploma in Welding / Fabrication / Fitter trade (preferred).

• Minimum 4 years of TIG welding experience in sheet metal / fabrication industry.

• Certification in TIG welding (if applicable) is an added advantage.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 1 - 6+ years Experience.