Spiral Mill Technician (Night Shift) - NOV : Job Details

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES* Following supervisor instructions to prepare wind tower sections for fabrication operations, set up, and operate the sub-arc welder.* Welding, grinding, and repairing wind tower sections before presenting them to Quality Inspectors; repairing all seaming defects as directed.* Working primarily independently, with essential tools and welding equipment provided; employee is responsible for maintaining and being accountable for tools and equipment.* Ensuring timely and efficient work to deliver a quality product without manufacturing defects.* Actively participating in department safety and demonstrating excellent safety practices and behaviors in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.* Maintain a clean & organized work area; utilize safe work habits.* Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES* To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.* To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.* Comply with all NOV and HSE procedures and policies.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS* Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment and/or at least 1 year of fabrication experience (preferred).* Understanding of spiral mill operations and forming processes is preferred.* Solid grasp of welding procedures and practices, including the ability to perform basic math and work with U.S. and metric measurements.* Successful completion of an AWS welder qualification test and the ability to use sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty.* Graduation certificate from an accredited trade school (preferred).* American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification (preferred).JOB REQUIREMENTS* Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.* Knowledge of welding properties for a variety of metals and alloys.* Ability to identify and communicate production or maintenance problems to departmental supervision.* Motivated and safety-conscious, with a strong sense of integrity and dedication to achieving high-performance standards in a team-oriented environment.* Ability to stand, walk, bend/stoop, push/pull and repetitive movement up to 12 hours daily.* Able to work well in a team environment as well as self-directed when working independently.* Willingness to comply with all safety policies, PPE requirements, and operating procedures.* Ability to adapt and be cross-trained to learn all job duties.* Ability to multitask in fast paced environment.* Factory environment with large range in temperature changes.COMPETITIVE BENEFITS (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)* 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.* Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $142 per pay period (bi-weekly.)* FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).* FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).* All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).* All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.