Tig Welder

Innovative Packaging Industry Corporation; Valenzuela; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging firm in Metro Manila is seeking a TIG Welder to perform welding on stainless steel for food-grade applications. The ideal candidate will have TESDA certification and at least 2 years of TIG welding experience in a food or manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include fabricating equipment and ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene protocols. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic team within the engineering department.

Qualifications

• TESDA-certified Welder (TIG/GTAW) or equivalent vocational training.
• Minimum 2 years TIG welding experience, preferably in food or beverage.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel and other metals.
• Fabricate and assemble food-grade piping and conveyors.
• Maintain proper use and storage of welding tools and PPE.

Skills

TIG welding (GTAW)

Stainless steel welding, fitting, and fabrication

Understanding of GMP and safety procedures

Education

TESDA certification or equivalent vocational training

Job description

Position Title

TIG Welder

Department

Engineering / Maintenance

Reports To

Maintenance Supervisor / Engineering Head

Key Responsibilities

• PerformTIG welding (GTAW)on stainless steel and other metals as required.
• Fabricate and assemble food-grade piping, conveyors, and processing equipment.
• Ensure all welds are smooth, continuous, and free from contamination to meet hygienic design requirements.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Conduct grinding, polishing, and passivation of weld joints to achieve sanitary finish.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance welding on plant machinery and utilities.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians during equipment installation, modification, and repair.
• Inspect finished welds and structures for defects, alignment, and quality assurance.
• Maintain proper use and storage of welding tools, gas tanks, and PPE.
• Ensure all work follows GMP, safety, and food hygiene protocols within the manufacturing area.

Qualifications

• TESDA-certified Welder (TIG/GTAW) or equivalent vocational training.
• Minimum 2 years TIG welding experience, preferably in food, beverage, or manufacturing.
• Proficient in stainless steel welding, fitting, and fabrication.
• Basic understanding of GMP, 5S, and safety procedures in a food plant.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Physically fit and capable of working in production and maintenance areas.