Welder/Maintenance Mechanic

Your Job

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...