Pipe Welder

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We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Job Description

We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.

Albemarle is hiring for a Pipe Welder . This position is located on-site in Magnolia, AR.

What You Will Do

• •Perform SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) on carbon steel, stainless steel, and other plant-approved materials.
• •Fabricate, install, modify, repair, and maintain piping systems, structural steel, vessels, and related equipment in accordance with applicable codes, specifications, drawings, and Albemarle engineering standards.
• •Read, interpret, and work from P&IDs, blueprints, isometric drawings, and fabrication sketches to complete work accurately and efficiently.
• •Create and modify isometric drawings and field sketches as needed to support fabrication and maintenance activities.
• •Prepare materials for welding through cutting, grinding, beveling, fitting, and layout work.
• •Operate cutting torches, plasma cutters, grinders, and other fabrication tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• •Perform welds that meet quality standards and successfully pass required visual, X-ray, and other non-destructive examination (NDE) inspections.
• •Conduct field inspections to identify maintenance needs, equipment deficiencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• •Participate in safety meetings, perform Job Safety Analyses (JSAs/LSAs), and consistently follow Albemarle safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• •Work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and other team members to safely complete work and support plant reliability.
• •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What You Bring

Required:

• •High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or equivalent military/work experience.
• •Experience with industrial pipe welding, fabrication, or maintenance experience.
• •Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, blueprints, and isometric drawings.
• •Experience performing SMAW and GTAW welding on carbon steel and stainless steel piping systems.
• •Ability to fabricate, grind, bevel, and prepare pipe for welding and pass applicable welding qualification tests.
• •Knowledge of safe work practices in a chemical, industrial, or manufacturing environment.

It’d be great if you also have:

• •Technical training, vocational certification, or welding certification from an accredited program.
• •3-5+ years of industrial pipe welding experience in a chemical, petrochemical, refinery, or manufacturing environment.
• •Experience with drawing and fabrication of lined, screwed, and welded piping systems.
• •Familiarity with Albemarle welding procedures, engineering standards, and preventive maintenance practices.
• •Experience using cutting torches, plasma cutters, and other fabrication equipment.
• •Strong verbal, written, and teamwork skills.
• •Demonstrated ability to work independently and identify safety, quality, and cost improvement opportunities.

Benefits of joining Albemarle

• •Competitive compensation
• •Comprehensive benefits package
• •A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.

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Magnolia site employees should be aware of both the Albemarle Magnolia Site Quality Policy and the Albemarle Magnolia Site Quality Objectives plus understand how their role contributes to each. Employees are required to follow and support the requirements of our quality management system which is available on the ISO Sync site and can be accessed through Albert by all site workers.

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.