About the role

The company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Welder / Metal Fabrication Operator responsible for precision tank/jacket fabrication and welding work. This role involves welding, assembly, grinding, and quality inspection of stainless steel and special alloy materials to ensure products meet high-precision manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in TIG welding, sheet metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and precision manufacturing, and be able to work in an environment with high quality and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

Perform TIG welding on stainless steel, titanium, and other engineered materials

Carry out precision welding for CAN (tank/jacket) structures, thin-wall cylindrical parts, and repair components

Read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols

Operate the following metal fabrication equipment:

Shearing machine

Rolling machine

Bending machine

Grinding and polishing equipment

Cutting equipment

Perform other non-welding tasks and equipment operations as assigned by supervisors

Conduct assembly, tack welding, grinding, deburring, and surface finishing

Ensure weld quality meets company and customer standards

Use measuring tools for dimensional inspection and visual checks

Handle weld repairs and troubleshooting

Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with 5S requirements

Strictly follow EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) regulations

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality

Support Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities

Requirements

Education & Experience

Technical school / vocational diploma / associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding, Precision Engineering, or related fields

2–5 years of welding and metal fabrication experience

Experience in vacuum chamber fabrication, special metal materials, or precision stainless steel welding is preferred

Technical Skills

Proficient in TIG welding (GTAW), especially for thin stainless steel sheets and special metals such as titanium

Basic MIG welding skills are an advantage

Able to read mechanical drawings and welding symbols

Familiar with dimensional tolerances and precision assembly requirements

Able to use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers

Knowledge of welding defects, distortion control, and surface finishing processes

Preferred Qualifications

Welding certification is preferred

Experience in semiconductor, medical, aerospace, or high-precision manufacturing industries is preferred

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / 5S / Continuous Improvement concepts

Soft Skills

Detail-oriented with strong focus on welding quality

Good problem analysis and problem-solving skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Strong safety awareness

Willing to work overtime or shifts when required

Proficiency in Mandarin is required to effectively communicate and collaborate with China-based stakeholders.

Work Environment

Metal fabrication and welding workshop environment

Exposure to welding heat, metal dust, and machinery

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be worn at all times

Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

Welding yield and defect rate

Production efficiency

Rework rate control

Safety compliance performance

5S implementation

On-time completion of manufacturing tasks

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Welder / Senior Fabricator (Optional)

Train junior welders

Assist in welding process optimization and validation

Support NPI (New Product Introduction) projects

Lead welding issue analysis and implementation of corrective actions

Welder / Metal Fabrication Operator | Basic salary: $2000-$2300 | 5 Working days a week | Gross salaries around $2800-$3500++