Steel Fabricator; TIG Welder

Starting Pay: $23.00–$26.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (schedule may vary)
Overtime:
Available, with up to 10 hours of mandatory overtime as needed based on production requirements.

JST is seeking a Metal Fabricator with TIG welding experience to manufacture metal components and assemblies using engineering drawings and specifications. This position involves metal fitting, joining, welding, and finishing to produce quality parts that meet production deadlines and company standards.

• Review work orders, blueprints, and engineering specifications to determine fabrication methods and ensure parts meet required tolerances, fit, and finish.
• Fabricate, weld, and finish stainless steel, aluminum, mild steel, and other materials according to JST quality standards.
• Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding using appropriate techniques for the materials and project requirements.
• Operate metalworking equipment, welding machines, and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, to verify dimensions and workmanship.
• Record labor hours and material usage accurately using a computer and shop floor tracking software.
• Follow manufacturing procedures, safety guidelines, and quality control practices.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and help keep the shop clean and organized.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and quoting teams to support production needs.
• Communicate fabrication challenges and work with team members to resolve design or production issues.
• Complete additional assignments as needed to support company operations.
• Work in various physical positions, including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, and handling tools and welding equipment.
• Work up to 10 hours of mandatory overtime when required by production schedules.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering specifications.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using a calculator.
• Experience using precision measuring tools, such as calipers.
• Ability to TIG weld and MIG weld stainless steel, aluminum, mild steel, and other materials.
• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality parts while meeting production deadlines.
• Ability to operate power tools and metal fabrication equipment safely.
• Commitment to maintaining equipment, following procedures, and keeping a safe work area.
• Technical degree preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Successful completion of a TIG welding test is required.

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• TIG or MIG welding
• Metal fabrication and assembly
• Stainless steel or aluminum welding
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Precision welding and metal finishing
• Industrial manufacturing or machine shop work
• Mechanical assembly or industrial equipment manufacturing

• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the work shift.
• Ability to climb, balance, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, and handle tools and equipment as needed.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment.

JST is a global provider of wet bench design, wet processing, and precision cleaning technology for semiconductor, biomedical, and other industries requiring specialized clean processing environments. Our customers depend on us to develop solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.

With in-house engineering expertise and full plastic and metal fabrication capabilities, JST provides…