TIG Welder & Machinist (Prototype & Small Runs)

Alphatec-Spine,-Inc; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Alphatec Spine, Inc. seeks a dependable machinist/welder to set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and TIG welding equipment in a clean, safe shop. You will read blueprints, measure parts with calipers, and produce prototypes and small runs with tight tolerances.

Requirements include 0–2 years in manual machining, a TIG welding certification or training, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The role offers full-time hourly compensation, with potential for growth as you gain

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience with manual mills and lathes.
• TIG welding certification and/or training required.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints and written/verbal instructions

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional milling and lathe machines to produce prototypes and small runs of parts with medium to high complexity.
• Fixture and TIG weld stainless steel components using manual torch.
• Maintain equipment including machines and measuring tools.
• Keep work area safe and clean.
• Read, comprehend, and understand blueprints, sketches, and verbal instruction.
• Use standard shop measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Set up and run close tolerance machined parts of titanium, plastics, and stainless steels in a fast-paced environment.
• Sharpen cutting tools and maintain equipment as required.
• Work with minimal supervision/direction.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Machining setup

Measuring tools

Tools

Manual mills

Lathes

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

Alphatec Spine, Inc. seeks a dependable machinist/welder to set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and TIG welding equipment in a clean, safe shop. You will read blueprints, measure parts with calipers, and produce prototypes and small runs with tight tolerances.

Requirements include 0–2 years in manual machining, a TIG welding certification or training, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The role offers full-time hourly compensation, with potential for growth as you gain