Fitter/Welder

Cabot Corporation is seeking a talented motivated individual to join as a Welder-Fitter in the Burner Technology Group. This role supports Cabot’s Manufacturing and R&D groups and will be located in Billerica, MA, Cabot’s primary Business and Technology Center.

Are you a positive, innovative, hard-working, energetic, and motivated professional with a passion for welding and assembling critical mechanical components? If so, please consider the opportunity we have for you to join our team!

The Welder-Fitter will act as a technical/mechanical resource for welding, fitting, inspecting, and assembly of mechanical components, parts, complete industrial type combustion burners or other mechanical equipment. This position works independently or as a collaborative team member as determined by the project or business needs.

• Inspects incoming parts received from vendors to ensure components meet critical fabrication tolerances and outgoing parts completed by Cabot.
• Reads and follows drawings and specifications to fit up and weld assemblies and subassemblies as designed, following proper safety guidelines.

A successful candidate will be someone who:

• Works with a safety “first” mentality and approach to all activities
• Works from sketches diagrams, drawings and verbal instructions to fabricate components into finished parts. Performs welding operations on a variety of structures and metal components.
• Understands welding procedures and sequence of assembly to ensure minimal distortion and maximize quality. May use various welding techniques such as gas-metal arc (stick, MIG, TIG) , semi-robotic ,brazing and/or soldering to join metals. May periodically perform related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming and template or fixture making.
• Periodically Inspects incoming parts from commercial and specialty vendors to ensure quality product and facilitate assembly. Has the skills to measure and gage components against print specifications and reports results.
• Reviews and inspects outgoing parts before shipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of welding equipment.
• Periodically assists planner / shipper /logistics as needed. (crating, forklift, etc.)
• Potential ability to obtain appropriate or commensurate certification (as needed). Within a reasonable time.
• Participates in scheduled safety meetings and completes safety training requirements. Keeps work areas safe and clean.
• Works with a safe, professional, business-like demeanor representing Cabot’s best interest. Periodic travel may be needed.
• Full knowledge of welding techniques and procedures, ensure full penetration / watertight quality weld capabilities that could pass x ray or any NDT.
• Experience with high temperatures and specialty alloys.
• Knowledge of and experience with equipment and related tools, including hand and power tools, measuring devices, welding positioners, overhead crane, plasma cutter and torches.

• Ability to read, interpret and comment on mechanical drawings; perform required “shop” mathematics.
• Familiarity with computers as a user.
• Organization and prioritization skills to adjust work schedule to accommodate unplanned needs.
• High School / Trade school diploma required as a minimum. Also completed related apprentice, journeyman, master training or certification is extremely helpful.
• 5-10+ + years of experience as a welder / fitter, preferably involved with stainless steels, high nickel alloys and associated metals and materials.

How We’ll Support Your Success:

• Dynamic, Flexible, Hard Working, Team Environment – We are busy, collaborative, growing, and we are doing really meaningful work.
• Growth –Training, great peer coaching and support, and the ability to personally grow your influence, your position, and your compensation.
• Meaningful Work that is Valued – Customers are demanding sustainable solutions without compromising quality or performance. The work we do is visible, and is helping to create a more abundant, affordable, and cleaner future. It is an awesome feeling to know you’re making a living by making a positive impact in the world; and to be able to say, “I was a part of that.”
• Benefits, Vacation, Etc. – We offer a competitive package of benefits.
• Feedback – we are committed to giving and receiving feedback in a direct and open fashion.
• Support – you are part of a team and deserve to feel encouraged and supported. We have a global team of engineers that are willing to help. You will be part of a team that cares about you personally and professionally. Our success depends on your success