Braze Operators

Apex Geotech Solutions; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Geotech Solutions is seeking a brazing operator to join metal components used in geotechnical drilling tool assemblies. You will set up furnaces, prepare parts, perform brazing per procedure, inspect joints, and maintain equipment in a high-temperature manufacturing environment.

The role requires following precise procedures, attention to safety, and documenting production parameters to ensure quality and traceability across assemblies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years brazing or soldering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow technical procedures.
• Experience with furnace brazing is preferred.
• Knowledge of brazing alloys and fluxes for steel and carbide is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brazing furnaces and torch brazing stations.
• Prepare components for brazing including cleaning and flux application.
• Braze assemblies per approved brazing procedure specifications (BPS).
• Inspect brazed joints for soundness and proper filler metal flow.
• Maintain brazing equipment and monitor furnace temperatures.
• Document brazing parameters and production records.

Skills

Brazing experience

Procedure following

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brazing furnaces

Job description

Position Summary

Performs brazing operations to join metal components used in geotechnical drilling tool assemblies, following brazing procedures and quality standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brazing furnaces and torch brazing stations
• Prepare components for brazing including cleaning and flux application
• Braze assemblies per approved brazing procedure specifications (BPS)
• Inspect brazed joints for soundness and proper filler metal flow
• Maintain brazing equipment and monitor furnace temperatures
• Document brazing parameters and production records
• Follow all safety procedures for high-temperature operations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years brazing or soldering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow technical procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with furnace brazing and torch brazing
• Knowledge of brazing alloys and fluxes for steel and carbide

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Exposure to high temperatures, brazing fumes, and flux chemicals. PPE required including heat-resistant gloves and safety glasses.