Traveling Welder

About the role

EMD Electronics is a global supplier of high‑tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. The company fosters a collaborative organization of curious, customer‑focused individuals who push the boundaries of science to advance digital living. This role is to immediately hire experienced Welders to support existing projects within the US, operating TIG lathe and orbital welding equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a TIG Lathe and Orbital welder assembling job orders in a manufacturing environment.
• Perform orbital GTAW tube welding, assembly, and installation of mechanical components onto sheet metal plates and inside of sheet metal frames and enclosures on equipment.
• Check raw materials and quantities against a bill of materials and arrange them according to a design drawing.
• Perform inspection and general tool maintenance.
• Apply welding symbols and maintain proper sequence of assembly and accuracy of fit‑up.
• Use computer interface for reading/understanding P&ID and mechanical diagrams and drawings.
• Work with supervision to adjust weld parameters to meet required weld quality.
• Maintain all required certifications under applicable codes.
• Work in a clean/weld room using heat‑resistant welding gloves and welding face shield.
• Sit for up to 6 hours; maintain hand dexterity and stability for weld quality.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. five times per day and transfer this weight to a cart either at the same level or down at knee height.
• Push or pull carts on wheels (up to 200 lbs).
• Stand and kneel on ergonomic mats over concrete.
• Use full range of motion with arms and legs; use hand, power tools, taps, wrenches, sockets, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures and simple measuring instruments.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of hands‑on TIG Lathe or Orbital welding experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Self‑starting and motivated with good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced dynamic environment while following safety and process controls
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and engineering mechanical drawings

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21–$33 per hour. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors. The position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with potential overtime. The role requires supporting a travel schedule aligned with the project (up to 80%–90% travel) and occasional travel for training and strategic initiatives.