Since 1947, CAID Industries, a division of Samuel, Son & Co. has upheld the reputation of being true innovators of manufacturing technology. Our range of capabilities includes engineering, custom fabrication, pressure vessels, large scale manufacturing, factory automation, precision machining, extensive mine technologies and services, aerospace and defense, optical sciences. This position supports CAID operational excellence in maintenance processes through efficiency and adherence to all safety and quality standards and supports our continuous improvement goals.

What makes CAID unique is the extraordinary variety of work we perform and the can-do attitude that permeates our organization. Our range of capabilities includes engineering, custom fabrication, pressure vessels, large scale manufacturing, factory automation, precision machining, and extensive mine technologies and services.

Our staff includes in-house registered engineers, project managers, and design detailers in addition to our highly skilled craftsmen. Located in Tucson, AZ, CAID’s facilities include 25 acres of fenced-in yard and over 230,000 square feet of office and production facilities.

In addition to our Tucson facilities, we have CAID locations in Hermosillo, Mexico.

Our ideal candidate has at least 2-3 years of welding experience, some schooling, a working knowledge of standard equipment and a solid foundation of best practices in general fabrication. Someone with experience in pipe fitting/fabrication, Submerged Arc, SS, Aluminum, and other exotic alloys, would be a great addition to our team given the complexity and variety in our projects. Welders/fitters will need to read weld symbols, and follow blueprints, make accurate fractional (and some decimal) measurements, and take responsibility for fabricating parts used in later assembly processes. You are responsible for the quality of your output and must be able to work collaboratively in a team based, family environment.

Welder Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize common welding tools and procedures including MIG welding, TIG welding, metal fabricating, grinding, and finishing various alloys to create products
• Follow blueprints to ensure exact specifications of output
• Interpret drawings and plans to understand project scope and specifications
• Utilize industry tools and equipment, including powered saws, hand shears, chipping knives, portable grinders, hand files, and scrapers
• Perform correct setup on any machinery that they are assigned
• Perform any other assigned duties including, but not limited to, the following: grinding, fit-up, drilling, shearing, and assisting others
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect grooves and angles
• Periodically review welding to ensure that adequate weld size and penetration is maintained
• Discuss any problems with a lead person, project manager or quality control team
• Weld parts in flat, vertical, and/or overhead positions
• Maintain proper equipment; send these to be repaired when needed
• Produce strong, clean, and consistent welds. Must be able to maintain a minimum of 2/3G welding certification
• Fabricate and manufacture metal parts for future assembly
• Proficient in basic math

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift to 50lbs
• Handling and moving objects- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials
• Must be able to stand, squat, bend, crawl and reach
• Must be able to climb ladders or make use of a lift

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Manufacturing environment: May be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and exotic materials.

ITAR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to and abide by all ITAR-specific job standards and training. Protect and properly safeguard ITAR-sensitive information and work product; ensure dissemination or disclosure of and access to “protected data” occurs only with those trained and approved for exposure to ITAR content.

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This is a Safety Sensitive position: A Safety Sensitive position is a job or position where the employee holding this position has the responsibility for his/her own safety or other people's safety. It would be particularly dangerous if such an employee is using drugs or alcohol while on job. An employee must be with clear mind and diligent while occupying such positions.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

We are an equal opportunity employer and use E-verify