Orbital Welder

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate orbital welding equipment and related tools in accordance with work instructions, engineering drawings, and approved procedures.
• Perform tube preparation activities including cutting, facing, deburring, cleaning, fit-up, and alignment of tubing and fittings prior to assembly or welding.
• Operate tube bending equipment to produce parts that meet dimensional, angular, and cosmetic requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, work orders, and specifications to determine required materials, dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations.
• Inspect parts and assemblies using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, angle finders, gauges, and other inspection devices.
• Verify weld quality and part conformance through visual inspection and other approved inspection methods.
• Maintain cleanliness of tubing, fittings, and work areas to support quality and contamination control requirements.
• Perform tack-up, fit-up, and assembly support work as needed before final welding.
• Monitor machine settings and make routine adjustments within established limits to maintain quality and repeatability.
• Document production, inspection, and quality records accurately and completely.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on welding, bending, cutting, and tube preparation equipment.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment, housekeeping, and material handling practices.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and standard work.

Required Qualification

• A high school diploma or GED required; technical school, vocational training, or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in orbital welding, tube fabrication, tube bending, or closely related metal fabrication/manufacturing work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and written work instructions.
• Working knowledge of tube cutting, facing, deburring, fit-up, and assembly preparation methods.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection tools.
• Knowledge of welding safety practices, shop safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Ability to work with stainless steel, high-purity tubing, or other production materials as required by the application.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to workmanship quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic math skills for measurements, tolerances, and fabrication calculations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or formal training in orbital welding, GTAW/TIG welding, or tube fabrication.
• Experience working to AWS, ASME, aerospace, semiconductor, sanitary, or other industry-specific quality standards.
• Experience with high-purity, pressure, or critical process tubing systems.
• Familiarity with purge systems, weld schedules, borescope inspection, and cleanliness requirements.
• Experience with CNC or manual rotary draw tube benders.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials, parts, and equipment in accordance with workplace guidelines.
• Ability to work in manufacturing, shops, cleanroom, or production environments as required.
• Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment, including welding and eye protection, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
• May require bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, or working in tight spaces depending on the application.

Benefits

Therm-x of California offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.