Job Description

Sealed Air is in business to protect, to solve critical packaging challenges and to leave our world better than we found it. Our portfolio of leading packaging solutions includes CRYOVAC brand food packaging, SEALED AIR brand protective packaging and BUBBLE WRAP brand packaging, which collectively enable a safer, more efficient food supply chain and protect valuable goods shipped around the world. Sealed Air generated $4.8 billion in sales in 2019 and has approximately 16,500 employees who serve customers in 124 countries. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Sealed Air's industrial equipment manufacturing facility, located in Ayer, Massachusetts, is seeking a Welder with exceptional work ethics to fill our current 1st shift opening (7:30 am 4:00 pm). The employee must have knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. The qualified candidates must be able work from written and verbal instructions under minimal supervision. Our ideal team members must possess a solid work history with the willingness to learn our manufacturing processes.

Specific Responsibilities Include:
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations at all times
Welding metal parts together using M.I.G. or T.I.G. systems on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Preheat workpieces preparatory to welding or bending, using torch
Examine workpiece for defects and measurements with straightedge or template to ensure conformance with specifications
Dismantle metal assemblies or cut scrap metal, using thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment as needed
Select, position, and secure torch, cutting tips or welding rod, according to type, thickness, area, and desired temperature of metal
Fuse parts together, seal tension points, and add metal to build up parts
Accomplish organization goals by exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience reading and interpreting blueprints

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Ability to use all measuring devices
Possess an understanding of proper heat and time settings
Ability to differentiate between metals
Minimum 2 years M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding experience
Minimum 2 years experience in metal fabrication

Ability to lift and move 40 lbs.
Familiar with Lean Six Sigma concepts, strongly preferred
Able to follow SOPs
Must have reliable transportation.
Able to read, write and speak English required
Goal oriented and self motivated