Orbital Welder (Swing Shift)

Job Description Orbital Welders Build Innovative Products in a Clean, High-Tech Manufacturing Environment Ichor Systems, Inc. is seeking temporary Orbital Welders on the swing shift to support production operations in our state-of-the-art Class 100 clean room facility. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a clean, organized, and technology-driven manufacturing environment while producing precision components used in advanced semiconductor and life science applications. Unlike traditional manufacturing environments, our facility is climate-controlled, highly organized, and designed to support quality, safety, and employee success. If you take pride in your work, enjoy attention to detail, and want to develop specialized manufacturing skills, we encourage you to apply. Temporary Assignment: Temp-to-Hire opportunity with potential for permanent employment based on performance, attendance, and business needs. Swing Shift - Monday through Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm Shift Differential – 10% Responsibilities Set up and operate orbital welding machines according to engineering specifications and welding procedures. Perform TIG orbital welds on stainless steel and other high purity materials. Prepare materials for welding, including cutting, fitting, cleaning, and alignment. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld maps, and work instructions. Verify weld quality through visual inspections and measurement tools. Perform leak testing, borescope inspections, and other quality checks as required. Maintain accurate production and quality records. Troubleshoot welding equipment and make parameter adjustments when necessary. Follow all safety procedures and company quality standards. Work closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve production issues. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Basic PC skills for manufacturing. Experience working in high-purity clean room environment. Mechanically inclined. Visual acuity and manual dexterity. Ability to handle fragile products, perform repetitive tasks and demonstrate safety awareness. Proficiently use all approved hand gauges to inspect component quality at the work center. Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50lbs. Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings, correspondence, and documents. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively with supervisors, leads, and peers. Ability to recognize deviation from accepted practices. Basic understanding of related mechanics, flow control elements and MRP concepts. 3-4+ years manufacturing or related work experience - semiconductor industry preferred. Commitment to quality, customer focused mindset both internally and externally. Successful completion of a 2-year professional trade program in Welding Technology or equivalent- or currently enrolled in such a program Basic math, blueprint reading and weld to print skills. 3+ years work experience performing Tig welding of stainless steel or less experience with a Welding technology degree (or currently enrolled in Welding Technology Degree program). Preferred Qualifications Orbital welding certification or documented experience. Semiconductor, aerospace, pharmaceutical, or cleanroom manufacturing experience. Experience with automated welding systems such as AMI, Arc Machines, or Swagelok equipment. Knowledge of purge systems, gas delivery systems, and high-purity process piping. For candidates in CA: The pay range for this position is $24.09 - $40.96 per hour, non-exempt. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range for your location during the hiring process. Ichor is committed to supporting your personal well-being and professional development. Our benefits are designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, provide peace of mind, and prepare for your future.