Overview

Orbital Welder First, Second or Third Shift positions available! Job Description For over 20 years, Apparent Technologies has been a leading engineering and manufacturing company supporting the semiconductor industry. We are currently seeking Full-Time Orbital Welders to join our team at our Austin, TX facility.Competitive hourly pay is based on experience and qualifications, along with the comprehensive benefits listed below.Candidates with experience in orbital welding, high-purity (UHP) gas systems, cleanroom manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, or precision fabrication will be given priority during the interview process. We offer ongoing training, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work with cutting-edge welding technology in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.Benefits of the Orbital Welder PositionPaid Time OffCareer Growth OpportunitiesHealth InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Vision InsuranceDental InsuranceLife Insurance401(k)Various benefits through the ADP Marketplace, including discounts on shopping, travel, and even pet insuranceResponsibilities (Included, but not limited to) Orbital Welding: Perform precision orbital welding of stainless steel, Hastelloy, tubing, valves, fittings, manifolds, and ultra-high-purity (UHP) gas delivery components used in semiconductor manufacturing.Cleanroom Manufacturing: Manufacture UHP gas line assemblies and weldments while following strict Class 100 cleanroom procedures, contamination control standards, and customer cleanliness requirements.Equipment Setup: Set up, calibrate, program, and operate orbital welding equipment using approved weld schedules, parameters, and procedures to produce consistent, high-quality welds.Purge System Operation: Configure purge systems, gas mixing equipment, and weld preparation processes to achieve high-purity, vacuum-tight welds that meet semiconductor industry standards.Fabrication & Assembly: Perform tube cutting, fit-up, alignment, tacking, scribing, and assembly operations while maintaining precise dimensional tolerances and exceptional workmanship.Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld procedures, travelers, and work instructions to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.Quality Assurance: Inspect completed welds for quality, appearance, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with customer specifications. Produce weld coupons and support qualification testing as required.Documentation: Complete production records, weld logs, inspection documentation, and traceability records accurately and in accordance with quality procedures.Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting of orbital welding equipment and cleanroom tools to ensure reliable operation.Team Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, production, quality, and manufacturing teams to meet production schedules while maintaining the highest quality standards.Safety & Compliance: Follow all company safety policies, cleanroom protocols, PPE requirements, and ISO 9001 quality procedures.QualificationsExperience: Previous orbital welding experience is required. Three (3) or more years of welding or precision fabrication experience is preferred.Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training in welding, fabrication, manufacturing technology, or a related field is preferred.Technical Knowledge:Orbital welding equipment and programmingStainless steel and Hastelloy weldingUltra-High-Purity (UHP) gas delivery systemsSemiconductor manufacturing processesCleanroom manufacturing practicesBlueprint and engineering drawing interpretationWeld purge systems and gas managementPrecision fabrication and assemblyBasic inspection and measuring equipmentSkills:Exceptional attention to detailStrong mechanical aptitudeExcellent hand-eye coordinationStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyEffecti