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Welder

Textron, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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Welder Description At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day, in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

Flexible Work SchedulesEducation AssistanceCareer Development & Training OpportunitiesWellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company FundingPaid Parental Leave

Apply today and learn if you're eligible for a $1500 sign on bonus!

How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

About This Role We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

Read and interpret basic drawings and weld symbols

Passing Textron's aluminum MIG (GMAW) weld test procedure

Perform as a productive working team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor.

MIG welding of aluminum materials in all positions. Must be able to work from standing, sitting, lying and kneeling positions. Some work must be accomplished with the use of mirror welding.

Use of power tools (gougers, circular saws, grinders) in a safe, compliant manor

Operate cranes and forklifts

Assist supervisor to maintain control of department equipment and its maintenance.

May instruct and mentor less-skilled welders, as assigned

Works with a sense of urgency, efficiency and productive out put

Maintains safe work practices and adheres to safety policies and procedures

Ensure correct construction procedures are adhered to

Ability to work shifts or overtime as required, must be flexible

Maintain general housekeeping, keep materials and equipment stowed in an orderly manner

Monitors working environment for compliance with quality, safety, environmental and health regulations and report deficiencies to supervisor

Demonstrated ability to weld fillets for material thicknesses 4mm-10mm

Demonstrated ability to weld frame wraps and terminations with minimal blending required

Demonstrated ability to weld T-Bar wraps and terminations with minimal blending required

Demonstrated ability to weld into corners / vertical intersections with minimal blending required

Demonstrated ability to evaluate and correct basic weld pick up, with minimal supervision

Demonstrated ability to weld groove/butt joints with satisfactory radiographic testing (NDT)

Demonstrated ability to back step and sequence weld based upon provided information and/or good welding practices

Qualifications 1-3 years of related welding experience.

Ability to pass Textron's aluminum MIG (GMAW) and/or TIG (GTAW) weld test procedure.

Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures in preparation to pass aluminum weld qualification test requirements to meet contract requirements for welding on the product.

Note: Level will be determined based on weld test results.

Education Requirements Must have high school diploma, GED or equivalent certificate, or bronze level (or higher) for ACT WorkKeys Certification.

Essential Physical Demand Requirements Overview:

Non-Climate Controlled Environment (Extreme Heat & Extreme Cold); Elevated Heights; climbing; crawling; using ladders; stairs & ramps; frequent/prolonged lifting (35 pounds single lift & 70 pounds team lift); repetitive motion of different extremities, confined spaces; tight spaces; Radiographic Activity Environment; Magnetic Wave Environment; Working with Chemicals

Postural:

Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level. Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required.

Dexterity:

Must have a good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for hand tools and handling materials.

Cardiorespiratory Demand:

Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform

medium

work involving constant standing and walking, material handling and performing work in a hot, humid environment.

General Physical Activities:

Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, walking on uneven surfaces, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing. Physical Demand Level - Medium : Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor. May be required to lift up to 35 pounds for a single person lift, and up to 70 pounds team lift.

EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company:

Textron Systems Primary Location:

US-Louisiana-New Orleans Job Function:

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Full-time Job Level:

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First Shift Job Posting:

09/19/2025, 3:20:08 PM Job Number:

336480

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