About the position FutureFuel Chemical Company is seeking a skilled Welder to join their Flex Crew at the Batesville, Arkansas site. This role involves performing a variety of welding tasks under the supervision of the Supervisor of Construction & Project Engineering, ensuring quality welds on pipes and structural steel while adhering to safety protocols and procedures. Responsibilities • Pass one or more welding performance tests: GTAW Test in 6G position, SMAW Test in 6G position, and a GMAW plate test. , • Produce quality welds on pipe and/or structural steel. , • Assist with the installation of pipe and components. , • Assist with clean-up tasks. , • Communicate effectively to perform essential job functions. , • Perform other job duties as assigned by supervision. , • Work inside and outside in varying weather and temperature conditions. , • Complete required safety training as directed. , • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. , • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits. , • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly using tools like straightedges and calipers. , • Examine work pieces for defects and measure them to ensure conformance with specifications. , • Set up and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade. , • Weld using various materials including aluminum, stainless steel, and cast iron. , • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt component parts for welding. , • Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux according to specifications. , • Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded. , • Connect and adjust gas flow and pressure for desired flames. Requirements • Basic math skills and ability to read and write specifications. , • Knowledge of proper hazardous material handling and disposal. , • Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues. , • Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks. , • Self-directed with strong initiative and commitment to follow-through. , • Understanding of FFCC Safety Processes including Confined Space Entry and Safe Work. , • Familiarity with OSHA regulations pertaining to welding. , • Ability to read and understand welding procedures and material requirements. Nice-to-haves Benefits
See More Details >>This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission. JOB SUMMARY: Set-up and perform a variety of welding, (GMAW, GTAW, brazing etc.) finishing operations and processes on piece parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies. Move stock and completed parts to and from workstations, stock racks and holding areas. May be required to rack and un-rack parts. Follow instructions and procedures to weld various parts and components in prescribed sequences and locations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Other duties may be assigned: Check during assembly for proper weld location and size, proper fit, and operation of sliding or rotating parts. Make repairs when necessary. Check for weld spatter, burn-thru, and other visible weld defects and remove or repair when necessary. May require use of oxyacetylene or plasma arc cutting torches or automatic programmable welder. Check completed work per job instructions and print specifications. Properly set and adjust all welding parameters to maintain quality welds. Also load and assist in welding wire (spool) changes. Perform all job set-ups, rework on painted parts and finished products and must be willing to perform all other operations in the department. Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance of welding equipment and fixtures. May be required to record measurements. Clean and change torch tips and nozzles, and clean conducts or lines with solvent as required. Clean or change helmet lenses as necessary. Report labor. Move completed parts to designated areas. Move stock to and from workstations, stock racks and holding areas. May be required to rack and un-rack parts. Responsible for schedule adherence, safety, housekeeping, rejects, and productivity applicable per Standard Operation Procedures (SOP's). Responsible for both quality and quantity of work: Participate in team activities and problem solving sessions as required. Communicate problems and/or solutions to appropriate team member. Must follow processes and procedures as written. As needed, document and/or chart production data to aid in problem identification, quality feedback and production scheduling. Troubleshoot problems and repair when necessary. Train, instruct and assist other operators in their duties as required.to ensure quality product and smooth flow. Evaluate defective material and tooling, faulty operations, questionable conditions and potential work stoppages. Advise and recommend alternatives to appropriate person. (May require the use of computer and telecommunication device.) Ensure that work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Follow prescribed safety regulations. The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned. The inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned to this job. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: • Must Pass Weld test • Successfully complete GMAW School EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or (GED) General Education Degree (applies to anyone hired after 1997). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: NOTE: The inability to perform any of the following physical requirements does not preclude an applicant from consideration unless, following an individualized analysis, it is determined that the physical requirement is an essential job function and the applicant is unable to perform such function with or without reasonable accommodation • Note all physical requirements of the position. Please use the ADA Essential Functions Checklist as a Guide. At Baxter, we strive to build a diverse work force through equal opportunity employment that embraces and leverages the differences each individual has to offer. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities, tasks and duties. M/F/D/V US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business…
See More Details >>This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission. Your Role at Baxter This is where your expertise helps people! You are a problem solver. Complex projects or unexpected challenges are just opportunities to bring your considerable abilities to use. Whether working independently or with a trusted team, you are always ready to tackle a project and work hard to find solutions. Your talent is needed across a wide variety of industries. You will have a wide array of career choices, but are motivated by the opportunity to work in a company that supports innovation, professional development, and a purposeful mission! Your Team We are a team of inquisitive individuals who embrace a collaborative environment to take on sophisticated challenges that meet the needs of our patients. We often need to change directions and respond to issues to avoid disruptions in our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Together, we build and maintain a positive work environment. When you join us, you will work with a team of committed individuals who trust each other to deliver on the tasks support innovation and out-of-the-box thinking balanced with collaboration across functions and other teams. Our leadership understands the need for continuous education and provides opportunities for further development. What You'll Be Doing • Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, weld processes, quality control standards, or product design, powder coating, materials and parts. • Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes. Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing. • Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information. • Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods. • Perform nonconforming material analysis and create NCM reports. Work with Quality Control on reducing the NCMRs. • Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate, weld, paint, plate parts or products and to achieve maximum efficiency and utilization. • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports. • Ability to design and set up weld robot cells for maximum efficiency. • Update/create documentation for job instructions, work instructions, and standard operating procedures. • Ensure safety procedures are followed, work areas are clean and maintained, and the department is following regulatory compliance requirements. • Evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan. • Recommend design modifications to eliminate inefficiencies within the weld process. • Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness. • Supervise the work of technicians and other associates as needed. • Provide shop floor support and develop welding processes for new products. • Guide technical staff engaged in developing materials for specific uses in projected products or devices. What You'll Bring • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required. • Over 2 years of job-related experience in manufacturing and weld engineering. • Experience with Lean Manufacturing disciplines. • Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy in a broad range of…
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, requiring many hours of training under experienced professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are currently over 402,333 welders employed throughout the United States, with approximately 9,463 active job openings at any given time. In Batesville, AR, welders can expect to earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
