Welding Coupon Processing Technician

The Welding Coupon Processing Technician supports weld qualification testing by cutting welded test plates into test coupons, grinding and preparing test strips, and assisting with bend-test preparation. This is a shop-based industrial role requiring accurate measurements, safe equipment operation, and careful control of test-material identification. The technician works with welding coupons throughout the preparation process to help ensure specimens are properly prepared for inspection and testing. Assignments are project-based and may continue based on performance and contract demand, with the potential for long-term placement or permanent hire with select clients.

Responsibilities

• Cut welded test plates into test coupons according to specified dimensions, layouts, and testing requirements.
• Safely operate horizontal and vertical band saws to process welded plates and test specimens.
• Grind welding coupons and bend-test strips to required dimensions and surface conditions using handheld and bench grinders.
• Remove weld reinforcement and backing strips while maintaining the required coupon thickness and preparing smooth, uniform test surfaces.
• Remove burrs, sharp edges, saw marks, and surface irregularities from coupon edges before testing.
• Maintain identification and traceability throughout processing, including marking specimens with welder identification, welding position, process, and coupon location.
• Separate and organize face-bend, root-bend, and side-bend specimens and maintain orderly staging for inspection, cutting, grinding, bending, and final results.
• Assist with positioning and operating bend-test equipment when trained and authorized, and report damaged equipment, incorrect dimensions, lost identification, or questionable specimens immediately.

Requirements

• Ability to safely use basic metalworking equipment and tools required for cutting, grinding, and preparing welded test specimens.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure, ruler, and calipers and follow written dimensions and cutting layouts.
• Ability to maintain accurate identification and traceability of welding coupons throughout the preparation and testing process.
• Ability to perform repetitive cutting, grinding, measuring, and material-handling tasks accurately and consistently.
• Strong attention to detail when verifying dimensions, surface condition, specimen identification, and test-strip organization.
• Ability to work independently while following established work instructions and Quality Assurance procedures.
• Must complete required safety training, including firewatch training.
• Must be able to safely perform physical shop work involving standing, handling metal specimens, and operating industrial equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience using horizontal or vertical band saws, handheld grinders, bench grinders, or similar metalworking equipment.
• Previous experience preparing metal specimens, welding coupons, or materials for mechanical testing.
• Basic understanding of welding terminology, welding processes, welding positions, and bend-test specimen types.

Additional Information

• First-shift position with a 6:00 AM start time.
• Work is performed in a shop environment around metalworking equipment, grinders, saws, welded materials, and active testing operations.
• Exposure to industrial noise, metal debris, dust, fumes, and other shop conditions is expected; respiratory protection may be required based on task or location.
• Required PPE must be worn in accordance with site safety policies. Reliable transportation is required to report to the assigned work location.

Venture Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.