MACHINE OPERATOR/ORBITAL WELDER NEEDED

Aerotek; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a weekend shift orbital welder in Tualatin, OR. You will perform precision orbital and hand welding on stainless steel and aluminum vacuum fittings in a Class 100 cleanroom, following procedures and safety guidelines to support production schedules.

The role requires operating orbital welding equipment, reading blueprints, and maintaining quality records, with a Friday–Sunday schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. prior to potential contract-to-hire placement.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform orbital and hand welding on stainless steel and aluminum vacuum fittings.
• Experience working in a Class 100 cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform orbital and hand welding to product specs and workmanship standards.
• Set up and operate orbital weld systems and perform mechanical set-ups and changeovers.

Skills

Orbital welding

Cleanroom work

Blueprints reading

Inspection tools usage

Manual dexterity

Safety compliance

Tools

Orbital welding systems

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Description

This weekend shift orbital welder role focuses on performing precision orbital and hand welding on stainless steel and aluminum vacuum fittings ranging from one-eighth to one-half inch in a Class 100 cleanroom environment. You work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, following established procedures and safety guidelines while supporting production schedules and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform orbital welding and hand welding on stainless steel and aluminum vacuum fittings from one-eighth to one-half inch in accordance with product specifications and workmanship standards.

• Set up and operate orbital weld systems, including performing mechanical set-ups and changeovers for orbital welding machines.

• Operate orbital welding equipment and related systems safely, following all safety guidelines and cleanroom protocols.

• Work under normal to moderate supervision, following schedules, shop orders, established procedures, blueprints, and product specifications.

• Fit, align, and precisely orbital weld products to meet product and customer requirements, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to specifications.

• Identify deviations and issues that could interrupt productivity and communicate them promptly to maintain workflow and quality.

• Maintain logs, records, and other necessary documentation related to welding operations, inspections, and production activities.

• Measure and verify dimensions using inspection tooling such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to confirm component quality.

• Process and inspect parts in accordance with technical prints, schematics, and specifications, documenting inspection results as required.

• Collaborate with Engineering to help develop and refine advanced welding processes when needed.

• Assist team members to maintain departmental standards, including meeting quality goals and on-time delivery commitments.

• Keep work areas clean and organized, supporting a safe, efficient, and compliant cleanroom environment.

• Prioritize work and execute tasks to meet production schedules and commitments in line with direction from leads and supervisors.

• Use hand and power tools, tape measures, and other equipment to support welding and assembly operations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support production, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to work with orbital welding equipment and hand tools.

• Comfort working in a Class 100 cleanroom environment, including wearing a full cleanroom bunny suit for extended periods.

• Experience with cleanroom procedures and practices in a Class 100 environment.

• Proficiency using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions and component quality.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and product specifications.

• Skill in using tape measures, hand tools, and power tools in a manufacturing or production setting.

• Strong visual acuity and manual dexterity to handle fragile products and perform precise welding tasks.

• Ability to handle delicate components, perform repetitive tasks, and maintain strong safety awareness.

• Capability to read and comprehend technical correspondence and documents related to production and inspection.

• Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals.

• Ability to read testing and measuring instruments, accurately record test results, and write related reports.

• Capacity to exercise discretion and independent judgment in day-to-day work activities.

• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds as required by the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mini head orbital welding experience is a plus.

• Prior experience with orbital welding processes and equipment is highly beneficial.

• Experience in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing environments is advantageous.

• Experience collaborating with engineering teams to refine processes is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting quality and on-time delivery goals.

• Ability to work a fixed weekend schedule (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.).

Why Work Here?

Employees have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. The organization offers competitive market-based pay, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, a 401(k) plan, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), education assistance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid holidays and time off, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Team members benefit from career development opportunities and exposure to a high-growth technology industry, supporting both professional growth and long-term stability.

Work Environment

This role is based in a Class 100 cleanroom environment where strict cleanliness and safety standards apply. You wear a full cleanroom bunny suit while performing orbital welding and related tasks, and you work with advanced orbital welding equipment, inspection tooling such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, and standard hand and power tools. The position follows a weekend shift schedule of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a shift differential. The workspace emphasizes organization, adherence to safety guidelines, and maintaining a clean, controlled environment suitable for semiconductor manufacturing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tualatin,OR.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.