Weld Operator 1

ICHOR Systems; Kampung Biong; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ichor Systems is seeking a Weld Operator 1 in Sauk Rapids, MN to operate TIG and orbital weld equipment on stainless steel and high-purity materials. You will read prints, prepare layouts, and perform welds that meet strict quality standards.

The role requires 1–2 years of manufacturing or related experience (semiconductor background preferred) and completion of a two-year welding technology program or current enrollment. Benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years manufacturing experience; semiconductor background preferred
• Completed or enrolled in a 2-year welding technology program
• Ability to read blueprints and weld to print
• Basic math, blueprint reading and weld-to-print skills
• Experience working in high-purity clean room environment
• Proficient in using hand gauges to inspect quality at the work center

Responsibilities

• Operate welding machines including TIG and orbital welding on stainless steel
• Follow SOPs for manufacturing duties
• Study prints and specifications to layout tasks
• Inspect finished welds for quality
• Perform sequences of operations while maintaining quality and quantity
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Manual dexterity

Visual acuity

Blueprint reading

Mathematics basics

Communication

Safety awareness

Lift up to 50 lbs

Teamwork

Education

Two-year welding technology program

Tools

TIG welding

Orbital welding

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Ichor Systems has an immediate opening for a Weld Operator 1, located in Sauk Rapids, MN.

• Running of various welding machines to include hand welding, using a TIG welder and orbital welding using an orbital welding machine of stainless steel and other high purity materials.
• Execute all of Ichor’s Standard Operating Procedures as they pertain to manufacturing related duties.
• Responsible for the study of prints, drawings and specifications to complete finished welds and lay out of tasks using specialized computer welding equipment.
• Demonstrated Ability to process and inspect work in accordance to prints.
• Ability to perform a sequence of operations, consistently maintaining the performance level set for quality and quantity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• 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. 1-2+ 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.
• 1-2 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).
  

For candidates based in Minnesota: The pay range is $16.39 - $27.88 hourly, non-exempt plus shift differential, if applicable.

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.

• We offer medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, allowing team members to select the coverage that best meets their healthcare needs and budget.
• Our benefits also include a paid time-off program and paid holidays to support your time away from work. A summary of our Benefits will be provided during the interview process.

ITAR ONLY
The business site where this position is located is an ITAR-compliant operation. Due to ITAR regulations, Ichor Systems is only able to employ US Persons. A US person is a lawful permanent resident (immigrant with “green card” permanent authorization to work document) or who is a protected person (a citizen, a national, a refugee, or a person granted asylum). Non-citizens with other visas are not eligible for hire at this location.

Ichor Systems Inc. is an equal opportunity employer