Baton Rouge, LA

Westaff has an immediate opening for a Combo Welder/ Fitter for the Gonzales, LA area

This is a temp to hire position, not a turnaround position. Full benefits once hired on! 

Role Overview:

The Fitter/Combo Welder is responsible for installing, assembling, and welding piping systems used in the fabrication of shell and tube heat exchangers. This role requires proficiency in both fitting and welding to ensure the structural integrity and functionality of the piping systems. This is a shop only opportunity.    

Essential Duties:

• Lay-out, fit-up, burn, arc gouge, plasma cut, grind and weld as necessary to form components   to meet required finish dimensions. This may require length adjustment based on material.
• Prepare cutouts as necessary to meet drawing weld bevel requirements and standards.  
• Grind weld material left by knockoffs as required to clean the part to standards.
• Set up and performs jobs based on engineering drawings, shop practices, and procedures.
• Perform internal quality check using appropriate measuring gauges and experience.
• Perform assigned tasks in a safe manner, following EHS requirements relating to PPE and Safe Working Practices.
• Performs Heli arc welding, submerged arc welding, and manual welding on components as assigned.
• Weld tube in tube sheets.
• Welds tube caps with Heli arc welder.
• Performs root passes tube sheets to shells.
• Performs internal quality control of welding procedures.
• Performs grinding and/or cleaning of welds as necessary to achieve standards.
• Corrects welds as necessary.
• Sets up and performs jobs based on shop practices and procedures.
• Controls own welding supply usage.
• Measures and directs the fitting of shell assemblies.
• Aids crane operator by visual and vocal signals when parts/assemblies are being positioned or lifted.
• Use broom and other cleaning equipment to maintain the work area in a clean, orderly environment.
• Assists in the tool room with documentation, record keeping, and answering employee questions.
• Assists in handing out welding rods/equipment and record keeping.
• Shipping and receiving material record keeping.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an apprenticeship or vocational training in fitting and welding.
• Proven experience in fitting and welding, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Attention to detail is a MUST.

Skills and Certifications:

• Ability to read and write English language to read weld procedures and fabrication drawings and requirements.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques and fitting practices.
• Ability to operate welding equipment and tools safely.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and regulations in industrial environments.
• Certifications in welding and fitting are advantageous.
• Heat exchanger or field fabrication experience preferred.

Required Tools:

• Hood, steel measuring tape, wire cutters, ball pein hammer, hex key wrenches, gloves, tape, square & center head, approved level, center punch, dividers, adequate toolbox.
• Optional Tools- More advanced professional layout tools.

Apply for the Combo Welder/ Fitter today! 

Westaff as an immediate opening for a Manual Machinist for the Gonzales, LA area!

This is a Temp to Hire opportunity, not a turnaround! Full company benefits once hired on. Pay rate depending on experience. 

Basic Function:

Under the direction of the Machine Shop Supervisor, the machinist is assigned to drilling flanges, tube sheets and baffles used in fabrication and/or repair of shell and tube sheet exchangers. This is a shop only opportunity.  

Job Details:

Position: Machinist – Vertical Boring Mill, Lathe, Mill

• Responsibilities:
• Sets up job(s) to be drilled.

• Keep log of time spent on jobs.
• Operates manual vertical boring mill, lathe drill press and milling machines.
• Creates ring grooves and reams holes.
• Check hole dimensions as required.
• Sharpens drill bits, removes shavings as needed, refills coolant tank as needed.
• Performs assigned tasks in a safe manner, avoiding all unsafe practices.
• Performs internal quality control of drilling procedures and associated record-keeping and documentation.
• Sets up and perform jobs based on established shop procedures.
• Assist in Tool Room as well as Shipping & Receiving as necessary and performing associated record keeping.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

 Qualifications:

• 1-3 years Fanuc controls experience.
• VMC (vertical machining center) or bridge mill experience a major plus.
• Working knowledge of raw materials – know the difference between stainless steel, carbon, duplex, etc. is a plus.
• Able to set up & build required machine tooling to complete the job
• Familiar with machinist scales.
• Skills- Must be able to read and write English; demonstrated command of basic math skills; read and interpret measuring devises, read and interpret drawings. Convert fractions to decimals, able to read machinist scales,
• Required Tools- Steel tape, center punch, hammer, 12” scale, 0-1 micrometer, 6” dividers, square and center head, 12” adjustable wrench, telescoping gauges, hex key wrenches, trammel points, tool box.

Apply for the Manual Machinist position today! 

SPRING IS ON THE WAY!!!!!!!!! That means Westaff is recruiting for experienced Park Helpers/ Laborers for local Community Parks in the Greater Baton Rouge and Baker area! 

Do you LOVE working with your hands and doing lawn care?

Do you LOVE being outdoors?

Apply for the Park Helper/ Laborers position online today to begin the on-boarding process. Be sure to complete the entire application including skills and work experience. 

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for 6+ hours a day. 
• Must be able to lift 20+ pounds repeatedly.
• Must follow all safety rules and wear assigned PPE. 
• Must feel comfortable working in the elements outdoors, including heat and humidity.  
• No cell phone or headphones "on the job" policy.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from shop. 
• Shifts are 6:30am (SHARP!) - 3:00pm Monday - Friday.

Apply for the Park Helper/ Laborers position today!

Westaff is recruiting for a Quality Control Technician for a great company in South Baton Rouge, LA

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Pay: $17-20 an hour, temp to hire opportunity  

Position Title: Quality Control Technician 

Essential Functions and Duties:

1. Performs and/or monitors the sampling of deionized water; incoming chemicals, product containers, closures, and/or labels; work-in-progress materials; and finished products in accordance with the Aseptic Technique and current Good Manufacturing Practices (“cGMP”) Standard Operating Procedures (“SOPs”) promulgated by the Company.

2. Performs microbiological and physical-chemical analyses of deionized water, incoming chemical, work-in-progress material, and finished product samples in accordance with Quality Control Unit (“QCU”) and cGMP SOPs.

3. Performs inspections of incoming product container and closure samples to ensure that they are (i) free from defects in workmanship that would render them unacceptable for their intended use, (ii) clean and free from any filth, insect infestation, or other extraneous foreign materials that would cause adulteration of products placed in them, and (iii) if silk-screened or factory labeled, that the silk-screening or factory labels conform to the respective, approved labels on file in the Master Product Label File maintained by the Production Manager and documents and reports the findings of such inspections.

4. Performs inspections of incoming product container labels to ensure that they conform to the respective, approved labels on file in the Master Product Label File maintained by the Production Manager and documents and reports the findings of such inspections.

5. Identifies and appropriately labels chemicals, product containers, closures, and/or labels; work-in-progress materials; and finished products as “accepted” or “rejected” based on the results of the analyses of their respective samples.

6. Performs inspections of finished products to ensure that they are packaged in the correct containers and closures and labeled and marked properly.

7. Performs inspections and audits of the Company’s operations to ensure compliance with the cGMP SOPs and documents and reports the findings of such inspections and audits.

8. Ensures that the documents and reports of the findings of analyses, inspections, and audits performed are complete, validated (by signature) by the Quality Control Unit Supervisor (“QCUS”), and filed in their appropriate files/binders.

9. Collects, identifies, and properly stores reference samples.

10. Maintains the Quality Control Unit laboratory in a clean and orderly manner and ensures that it is stocked with all necessary supplies.

11. Maintains or provides for the maintenance of all laboratory equipment to ensure each is in proper working order at all times including, as necessary, their calibration.

12. Monitors and keeps temperature logs for all laboratory incubators, refrigerators and freezers.

13. Prepares all microbiological media needed for laboratory testing and routinely cultures pathogens on such media to ensure that they are substrates for the appropriate bacteria and yeast.

14. Collects, sterilizes and disposes of all biohazard materials generated by the QCU laboratory.

Qualifications:

a. Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and complex instructions and to deal with problems involving many variables.

b. Mathematics: Ability to perform basic math skills and use decimals to compute ratios and percents.

c. Language: Ability to use passive vocabulary of 5-6,000 words; read at a moderate rate; define unfamiliar words in dictionaries for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation; speak in simple sentences using correct subject-verb conjugation; and write simple sentences using proper punctuation.

d:  Adaptability: Ability to accept constructive criticism; ability and willingness to be taught and to teach and train others.

Physical Activities and Requirements:

•           Hand and Finger Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.

•           Speech: Ability to convey detailed and important information and/or instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.

•           Hearing: Ability to hear within the normal range to engage in conversations and to receive instructions.

•           Sight: Ability to see within normal parameters in order to inspect and prepare materials.

•           Repetitive Motions: Ability to use wrists, hands, and/or fingers frequently, regularly, and repetitively in order to grasp and manipulate objects.

•           Physical Strength: Ability to stand and lift, move, and manipulate objects of various sizes, shapes, and weight for extended periods of time. Routinely lifts containers weighing from 5 to 15 pounds. May exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally.

•           Mobility: Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time.

Working Conditions: Conditioned laboratory space; unconditioned warehouse space.

Hazards: Exposure to some hazardous chemicals and pathogenic bacteria and yeast. 

Apply for the Quality Control Technician today! 

 Westaff is hiring a Formulation Lab Tech for a great company in South Baton Rouge, LA. 

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8-5, contract position for approx 3 months. 

Pay: $17.00-$19.00 an hour 

1. Transfer lab formula samples from beakers to specimen cups and label.
2. Record lab formula samples onto an Excel sheet and create storage boxes for samples.
3. Enter new raw material samples onto an Excel spread sheet.
4. Organize and store new raw material samples once entered onto an inventory spreadsheet.
5. Transfer existing inventoried lab raw materials to new containers and label accordingly.
6. Correspond daily with Formulary consultant for advice and guidance.

Required Skills and Education:

 1. High school degree and some college with a scientific background.

2. Familiarity with chemical nomenclature, e.g. acids, bases, esters, alcohols.

3. Attention to detail – very important.

4. Ability to work in an organized manner and maintain a clean workspace.

5. Microsoft Word and Excel experience.

6. Good communication skills – very important.

Apply for the Formulation Lab Tech today! 

Job Requirements:

We are now hiring for Warehouse Picker/Packers for a warehouse in Gonzales, La.

Must be available to work Monday - Sat 6am- 3:00p. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule; schedule is based on truck schedule.  

What the client will expect from you:

Able to work as part of a team. Great communication skills and able to follow directions.

Experience with a Hand Lift, RF Scan Gun, dolly and other warehouse equipment required.

Must be able to to lift up to 35 pounds.

Job Duties:

• Pull Orders using RFP.
• Inventory Management.
• Keep warehouse neat and free of debris.
• Able to work in various climates (chiller and warm warehouse).

 Apply for the Warehouse Picker/ Packer job today! 

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Westaff's Career Division is now recruiting for a Litigation Legal Secretary for an established, reputable company in Baton Rouge. This is an in-office position.

Potential candidates should have a solid work history, a good work ethic, professional demeanor and be able to work well under pressure. 

Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 

Pay range: $27-32 per hour depending on experience. 

Duties and Experience:    

• Transcribing dictation, typing, proof reading and redlining skills
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Maintaining calendars
• Knowledge of filing documents with the courts
• Organizing and maintaining both electronic and paper files
• Entering attorney time for billing
• Processing check request and expense reports
• Excellent technology skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Comfortable with using electronic document management systems
• Proficient with legal terminology and standard legal procedures
• Other administrative duties as needed

Our client offers excellent benefits and has an excellent working environment. Submit your updated resume today! 

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Job Requirements:

Westaff is recruiting Repair Techs for a great company in Port Allen. This is a temp to hire opportunity! Great benefits once hired on with company. 

Pay $15.00, must have soldering experience. 

Day shift, some overtime required during peak season. 

Must pass 10 panel urine drug screen and background check prior to starting assignment. 

Overall duties:   Troubleshooting electronics equipment.

• Soldering equipment using both surface mount and thru-hole methods.
• Using repair equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, volt meters and soldering irons.
• Maintaining quality performance levels learning our quality management methods and procedures.
• Working with a team of skilled technicians in an interactive environment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Use repair equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, volt meters and heat guns.

Apply for the Repair Tech job today! 

Westaff has immediate openings for Materials Handlers/ Cycle Counters in Port Allen, LA 

These are long term/ permanent positions!! 

$12.75 an hour, shift is 6am-3pm, Monday - Friday! Some weekends as needed. Must be on time and able to work 40 hours a week minimum. 

Apply today! 

Summary of Role: The Material Handler is responsible for a wide range of tasks in our warehouses and production facilities that can include the following:

Key Responsibilities:

• Package, unpackage, sort, stage, and prepare units for production.

• Data entry into systems via PC.

• Perform tasks in a high speed, high volume environment.

• Ability to meet or exceed daily production goals at 80% or higher.

• Put away and pull equipment and/or parts.

• Other duties as assigned.

Must pass a drug screen and background screening. 

Apply for the Material Handler/ Cycle Counter job today! 

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