Welder/Maintenance Mechanic

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INVISTA is seeking a Welder/Maintenance Mechanic for our Nylon 6,6 Polymer and Cordura Fiber Plant in Camden, SC. This is a highly skilled position requiring a thorough understanding of safe work practices for performing welding and maintenance work in a manufacturing environment.

Our Team

The plant welder is responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications. Other responsibilities include preparing materials for welding, performing welding operations, inspecting welds, maintaining equipment, following safety protocols and collaborating with team members. All of this aligns with operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Perform GTAW and SMAW welding on plate, pipe, and structural assemblies in accordance with approved WPS
• Prepare materials, joints, and fit ups to meet code and quality requirements
• Maintain weld quality to meet visual and nondestructive examination standards
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and permit requirements
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, inspectors, and other craft personnel
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Current or previous welding certifications qualified in accordance with ASME Section IX
• Proven experience welding plate, pipe, and structural components
• Proficiency with GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick) welding processes
• Ability to weld in multiple positions (1G through 6G, as applicable)
• Ability to read and interpret welding procedure specifications (WPS), drawings, and isometrics
• Strong understanding of weld symbols, joint preparation, and fit-up requirements
• Ability to pass site-specific welding qualifications tests for plate & pipe
• This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Welding certifications such as AWS, API, or equivalent
• Familiarity with pressure-retaining components and code work
• Experience with carbon steel and low-alloy materials

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions, including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations
• PPE use is in accordance with the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for a given task
• Exposure to welding fumes, noise, and confined spaces
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs
• Standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day
• Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis
• Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes. Must be able to perform these activities while wearing an approved full-body harness and lanyard

This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test.

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).

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