Weld Destructor

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Weld Destruct Technician to join a manufacturing client. This individual will perform destructive and nondestructive testing on welded materials, parts, and products to evaluate weld quality, performance, and conformance to specifications.

The Weld Destruct Technician will use pneumatic and power tools to break apart welds, inspect materials, complete measurements, document failures, and communicate quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor or production team. This position requires someone who is safety-focused, detail-oriented, comfortable working with industrial equipment, and able to accurately record and report testing results.

Day-to-Day Perform destructive and nondestructive tests on welded materials, parts, and finished products. Operate hand and power tools, including air chisels, air hammers, chop saws, plasma cutters, grinders, hammer drills, pry bars, cutters, and bench vises. Use cutters, grinders, and press equipment to break welds for testing. Perform acid and measurement testing using nitric acid and a lecoscope. Use calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools to verify weld quality. Inspect materials and products for conformance to specifications. Identify, document, and report defective or nonconforming materials. Communicate part failures to Weld Technicians and supervisors for equipment repair or service. Enter testing data into engineering-provided graphs, charts, and computer programs. Evaluate testing results and prepare reports identifying compliance with or deviations from established standards. Support production teams by containing suspect or defective materials to prevent further processing. Participate in corrective actions, preventative actions, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Complete required paperwork and submit testing records to the supervisor. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Follow all applicable safety, environmental, regulatory, quality, and training requirements

Skills and Requirements

1+ year of experience related manufacturing, welding, quality inspection, or testing experience. High school diploma or GED. Experience operating pneumatic and power tools. Ability to physically break apart and evaluate welds. Familiarity with standard and metric measurements. Ability to use basic measurement tools, including calipers and micrometers. Basic computer navigation and data-entry skills. Basic math skills. Ability to accurately follow work instructions and safety procedures. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Previous experience conducting destructive or nondestructive weld testing. Familiarity with corrective actions, nonconformance documentation, and quality reporting. Experience working within a Quality Management System.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].