Saint Louis
Job Description Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries. If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement. Then, this position is right for you! Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit Our offer: • Shift Differential, • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days., • 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match., • Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment., • 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year., • Uniforms Provided, • Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees., • 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center. Background • Works under the general supervision of the Welding Supervisor in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A., • Perform General industrial pipefitting and welding duties- lay out, fit, and fabricate piping systems such as pipe, fixtures, equipment, machinery frames, bridge parts, and pressure vessels., • Assists with the layout and installation of new piping systems using the proper tools and bolt up patterns when installing ball valves and butterfly valves., • Builds ridged pipe support brackets and installs pipe hangers using proper tools., • Pressure test piping systems under the supervision of welding/pipefitter supervisor. Selects type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications., • Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler., • Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment; melts lead bar, wire, or scrap to add lead to joint or to extrude melted scrap into reusable form., • Welds holding fixtures to structural steel members; may also thread pipe using threading machine; joins pipe by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints., • Cut work piece, using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife., • Installs or repairs equipment, such as lead pipes, valves, floors, and tank linings., • Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutters, hammer, and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine; bends pipe by hand or with pipe bending machine., • Observes tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications., • Pressure test piping system for leaks using gauges., • Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments; removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper., • Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment; ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc., • Secures pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers using hand tools., • Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations; develops templates and other work aids to hold an align parts., • High school diploma or GED, • Pass 6G open root test within first 30 days, • Basic levels mathematics and English comprehension, • Advanced level of pipefitting and welding components (mechanical, design, production, and processing), • Strong personal skills, listening, questioning, and communication skills, • Proficient in SMAW, must Have the ability to pass an Open Root Welding Test with 6010 Root/ 7018 Fill and Cap. On a 6incg carbon steel pipe in a FIXED 6G position, • Proficient in GTAW. Must have the ability to pass an open root Stainless Steel pipe test on a 1 ½ sch40 pipe in a 6G fixed position with an Argon back purge, • Decision-making based on measurable criteria; able to visualize objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings, • Equipment selection and maintenance, • Quality control analysis, • Organization and self-motivation, • Prep own pipe and fittings, and have the ability to fit his or her own fitting with pipe clamps or jigs, • Work easily and skillfully with hands, • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 55 pounds, • Climb and maintain balance on high ladders and scaffolds; and stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch, • Work in extreme cold and hot (120 F) environment, • Comprehend oral and written English instruction, • Lift up to 50 pounds and drive fork truck in safe and efficient manner, • Follow established policies and procedures and work within precise limits, • Work independently with a team environment to assist others as needed, • Operate and maintain wide variety of tools and equipment, • Exhibit manual dexterity, perceptual speed and extent flexibility, • Adopt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needs, • Pass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities test