Senior Fab Welder — Precision MIG/TIG for Critical Chambers

AMETEK Inc.; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK LMS is seeking a second-shift Senior Fab Welder to join our production team in Aurora, IL. The role involves welding chambers and devices for level and flow measuring equipment used worldwide. The Senior Fab Welder will advance responsibilities and compensation based on performance.

Key duties include operating MIG, STICK, TIG and Flux core welding, maintaining quality, and following 5S practices. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of welding experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Basic computer literacy using Windows.
• Basic math skills and ability to use measurement tools.
• Ability to use hand tools (wire strippers, pliers, wrenches, etc.).
• Stooping, kneeling, standing for long periods; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities: close, color, depth perception.

Responsibilities

• Perform Welding Standard Work with high quality and accountability for output.
• Identify and resolve basic issues in standard work; suggest improvements.
• Set up, operate, inspect, and troubleshoot welding equipment (MIG, STICK, TIG, Flux core).
• Identify nonconforming conditions; escalate to Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Suggest ideas to improve safety, quality, throughput, and teamwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S principles.
• Continuously learn new skills to improve overall efficiency.
• Follow AMETEK procedures and code of conduct; train others as needed.
• Identify and help eliminate waste in the workflow with supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

English literacy

Basic math

Reading measurements

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIG welding

STICK welding

TIG welding

Flux core welding

Job description

AMETEK LMS is seeking a second-shift Senior Fab Welder to join our production team in Aurora, IL. The role involves welding chambers and devices for level and flow measuring equipment used worldwide. The Senior Fab Welder will advance responsibilities and compensation based on performance.

Key duties include operating MIG, STICK, TIG and Flux core welding, maintaining quality, and following 5S practices. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential.