Senior Welding Inspector - Kurita America Inc.

Kurita America is part of the Kurita Group, one of the leading water solutions providers in the world. Established in 1949, the Kurita Group is comprised of an international network of approximately 8000 employees located in 18 countries.

Located in Minneapolis, MN, Kurita America brings innovations to market through a holistic water management approach, incorporating state-of-the art equipment, chemistries, engineering, and services to conserve natural resources for a better, more sustainable world.

Kurita’s  corporate philosophy is to study the properties of water, master them and create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony.

The Senior Welding Inspector is responsible for confirming that fabricated parts meet requirements using various measurement techniques. Performs a variety of complicated tasks and can handle unique requests and opportunities.  This senior position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Location:  Brooklyn Park MN

Travel 50-75%

Compensation:  $35-40/hr

• Inspection of fabricated vessels and skidded systems 
• Installation of internal vessel components and assemblies 
• Submits inspection, photos, and other reports as required for each inspection
• Maintain good working relationships with supplier quality control personnel
• In-house inspection of fabricated parts
• In-house fabrication of PVC internal vessel components and assemblies
• Review welding procedures and specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirement
• Provide guidance and support to welding personnel to ensure that welding activities are performed in accordance with industry standards and specifications

• Certification from a trade school, preferably in welding preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in welding
• AWS - Certified welding inspector (CWI)
• Knowledge of ASTM, ASME and D1.1
• Knowledge of Welding procedure specification (WPS), Welder qualification test record (WQTR), Procedure qualification record (PQR)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

·       Climbing, ascending, and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and industrial equipment, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.

·       Reaching and extending hands and arms in any direction.

·       Standing and walking for sustained periods of time.

·       Pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, and stooping for sustained periods of time

Using upper extremities to move objects and equipment with steady force.

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