WHO WE ARE
BAC is proud to be the world’s cooling partner. We create sustainable comfort cooling, process cooling, and refrigeration solutions for the most essential and demanding environments on earth.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Welder (Levels I–III) supports production operations within the Fabrication and/or Coil departments by performing welding, fabrication, and assembly activities in accordance with certified prints, quality standards, and standard work. This role may include coil welding, including ASME‑qualified welding where required, and supports safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing of BAC products. Welders are assigned work and responsibilities based on demonstrated skill level, experience, and qualifications. As skill and proficiency increase, employees are expected to work more independently, flex across stations, and support training and guidance of others.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform welding, fabrication, and assembly tasks using MIG, arc, orbital, and other welding processes as required by department assignment.
- Read and interpret certified prints, drawings, symbols, submittals, and standard work instructions.
- Set up and adjust welding equipment and tools according to material, print, and process requirements.
- Inspect work for conformance to quality requirements and escalate issues to leadership as needed.
- Flex across stations or departments as operational needs require.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader, Station Leader, or Plant Leadership
- Fabricate and weld sheet metal or structural components used in BAC products.
- Perform coil welding, including water‑tight welding, coil repairs, special coil connections, testing, and use of benders and related equipment.
- Support orbital welding, pipe mill operations, and specialized welding processes where required.
- For qualified individuals, perform ASME‑code welding in accordance with applicable procedures and qualifications.
- Accurately complete departmental paperwork, reports, and required system transactions.
- Assist with sustaining Lean Manufacturing principles within assigned work areas.
- Executes against standard processes and Key Performance Indicators (KPls) as defined in the global operating standard established in BAC Excellence (BAC-X) including Global Assembly Standardization (GAS) expectations.
- Communicate effectively with Team Leaders, Station Leaders, Material Coordinators, and other team members.
- Maintain punctual and regular attendance. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area and comply with all safety regulations.
- Adapt to changing job schedules and shifting production priorities.
- Demonstrate consistent performance in productivity, safety, and work habits.
- Understand upstream and downstream customer impacts and contribute to quality and on time delivery.
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned by leadership.
- Ability to recognize when the machinery is not running well, trouble shoot and identify issues, adjust as needed.
- Use appropriate methods and interpersonal skills to develop and motivate employees.
- Ability to work any shift as required to support business needs.
- Ability to remain flexible, self‑motivated, and responsive in a fast‑paced environment.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILL
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical school, vocational training, or apprenticeship in welding, fabrication, or a related trade preferred
- Previous experience performing welding and fabrication work in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.
- Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, or similar materials used in industrial fabrication.
- Experience with coil welding or pressure‑containing components preferred.
- Experience working in lean or structured production environments is preferred.
- Welding certifications or ASME qualification may be required for certain assignments.
Technical Knowledge
- Welding skills applicable to both fabrication and coil operations.
- Ability to weld flat, corner, and complex joints; produce water‑tight welds; and perform repairs.
- Knowledge of quality standards and ability to identify and communicate defects or process issues.
- Mechanical aptitude to operate, adjust, and maintain welding and fabrication equipment (as assigned).
- ASME Qualification (where applicable):
o Certain coil welding positions require qualification to apply ASME codes and procedures.
o Qualification, certification, and ongoing validation are managed through established Quality and
Operations processes.
- General understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Safety-minded with the ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with basic math and handheld measuring tools (tape measure, dial calipers, square, protractor, micrometers).
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft.
COMPETENCIES
- BAC Cultural Values
- Customer Focus – Takes personal responsibility to achieve external and internal customer satisfaction
- Aligning People and Team Development – Use appropriate methods and interpersonal skills to develop, motivate and guide a team toward successful outcomes, meet business objectives, and attract and retain top talent.
- Leading Change – Continuously seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to address organization challenges
- Execution – Get the job done through problem solving, driving for results, exercising control, setting high goals, and using measurement and accountability to continuously improve the business
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The working environment includes lifting up to 50lbs. Standing is to be expected up to 80% of the time. Additional activities include walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and sitting. Fine hand manipulation of controls is needed as well as hand eye coordination to perform changes. Exposures include elevated noise levels associated with a manufacturing environment, fluctuations in temperature ambient conditions
as well as intermittent exposure to the weather in and about the yard and dock areas. Working hours can include any of three shifts and generally are scheduled for forty hours a week. Some weekend overtime is expected. Working temperatures include both wide fluctuations within the plant as well as ambient outside temperatures.
BAC Hiring Compensation Range: $21 - 32/hr
BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more. Please see additional details on the BAC website at www.Baltimoreaircoil.com. (http://www.baltimoreaircoil.com/)
BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.
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