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Job Description

Overview

Cortec Precision Manufacturing is a leader in precision manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services. The TIG Welder position involves welding and assembling parts to precise specifications in a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Weld and assemble parts to precise specifications.
  • Read and interpret technical blueprints.
  • Operate welding equipment.
  • Inspect finished products for quality.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in TIG welding techniques with stainless steel and aluminum.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
  • Experience using various hand and power tools for material preparation and assembly.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to inspect welds for quality and precision.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and commitment to a safe work environment.
  • Capability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
  • Prior experience in precision manufacturing or a related industry is a plus.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; certification in welding or a related field is preferred.
  • Physical stamina required to lift materials, stand for extended periods, and perform hands-on tasks.

Additional Information

  • Full-time, on-site position based in San Jose, CA.
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How this job compares in San Jose, CA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, TIG welder jobs across California currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$31/hr across 26 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 5 employers. 1 of them was added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 600 other active welding openings from 270 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in San Jose, or widen the search to California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (37), Vast (18), and Relativity Space (17). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Gardena at $73/hr, Redondo Beach at $72/hr, and Pasadena at $61/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

See all TIG welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.

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