Welder / Welder Operator

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time‑off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Weld Operator in Sauk Rapids, MN. The role involves welding stainless steel and other high‑purity materials using TIG, hand, and orbital welding methods on various machines.

Candidates should have 3–4+ years of manufacturing experience (semiconductor industry preferred) and have completed a 2‑year Welding Technology program or be enrolled in one. Competitive shifts and differential apply.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years manufacturing or related work experience – semiconductor industry preferred.
• Successful completion of a 2-year professional trade program in Welding Technology or equivalent – or currently enrolled.
• 3+ years TIG welding of stainless steel (or degree in Welding Technology / currently enrolled).
• Basic math, blueprint reading and weld‑to‑print skills.

Responsibilities

• Run various welding machines, including hand, TIG and orbital welding of stainless steel and other high‑purity materials.
• Follow Ichor’s Standard Operating Procedures related to manufacturing duties.
• Study prints, drawings and specifications to complete welds and layout tasks using specialized welding equipment.
• Process and inspect work in accordance with prints and maintain quality and quantity standards.
• Perform a sequence of operations and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

TIG welding

Stainless steel

Manufacturing experience

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

High-purity clean room experience

Education

2-year welding technology trade program

Welding Technology degree / currently enrolled

Tools

Welding machines

Hand gauges

Specialized computer welding equipment

Job description

Job Description

Ichor Systems has an immediate opening for a Weld Operator located in Sauk Rapids, MN.

Available Shifts and Differentials

• 1st Shift, Monday-Thursday, 5:00am-3:00pm
• 2nd Shift, Monday-Thursday, 3:00pm-1:00am with a 10% differential
• Weekend Day Shift, Friday-Sunday 5:00am-5:00pm with a 15% differential

Description

• Running of various welding machines, including hand welding, TIG welding, and orbital welding of stainless steel and other high purity materials.
• Execute all of Ichor’s Standard Operating Procedures related to manufacturing duties.
• Study of prints, drawings, and specifications to complete finished welds and layout of tasks using specialized computer welding equipment.
• Process and inspect work in accordance with prints.
• Perform a sequence of operations, consistently maintaining the performance level set for quality and quantity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Basic PC skills for manufacturing.
• Experience working in a high‑purity clean room environment.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Handle fragile products, perform repetitive tasks, and demonstrate safety awareness.
• Use all approved hand gauges to inspect component quality at the work center.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Read and comprehend technical drawings, correspondence, and documents.
• Perform basic math using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with supervisors, leads, and peers.
• Recognize deviations from accepted practices.
• Basic understanding of related mechanics, flow control elements, and MRP concepts. 3–4+ years manufacturing or related work experience – semiconductor industry preferred.
• Commitment to quality, customer‑focused mindset internally and externally.
• Successful completion of a 2‑year professional trade program in Welding Technology or equivalent – or currently enrolled.
• Basic math, blueprint reading, and weld‑to‑print skills.
• 3+ years of work experience performing TIG welding of stainless steel or fewer experience with a Welding technology degree (or currently enrolled in Welding Technology Degree program).

Pay Range and Benefits

For candidates based in Minnesota: the pay range is $19.09–$32.45 hourly, non‑exempt plus a 15% shift differential.

Ichor offers medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time‑off, and paid holidays. A summary of benefits will be provided during the interview process.

ITAR Requirements

The business site is an ITAR‑compliant operation. Due to ITAR regulations, Ichor Systems can employ only U.S. Persons: lawful permanent residents or protected persons (citizens, nationals, refugees, or individuals granted asylum). Non‑citizens with other visas are not eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ichor Systems Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, genetic information, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.