Electron Beam Welding Operator - 2nd Shift
FM Industries, Inc. · fmindustries.com
Tempe
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The job in short
Electron beam welding.
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Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-10-01
- Location as listed
- Tempe, AZ, US
- Role
- Production / Machine Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK?
• Competitive Salary
• PTO Program
• Nine (9) Paid Holidays!!
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!!
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Health Spending Plans
• Comprehensive Online Learning Center - houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!!
• 401(k) Retirement Savings - with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)
FM Industries Values:
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation
• SAFETY - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
• INTEGRITY - Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork
• QUALITY - Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
• ACCOUNTABILITY - Taking ownership of our words, actions and results
DESCRIPTION:
The Electron Beam Welding (EBW) Operator is responsible for setting up and calibrating equipment, executing welding processes, ensuring quality compliance, maintaining accurate documentation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Perform pre-weld inspection, assembly, and fixture parts.
• Comprehend weld drawings, WPS’s, and PQR’s.
• Interpret and follow welding schedules, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Prepare and configure EBW machine per WPS/PQR.
• Load and secure workpieces in the vacuum chamber.
• Perform vacuum pump-down and ensure proper chamber pressure.
• Set beam parameters (voltage, current, focus, and travel speed) per WPS/PQR parameters.
• Monitor beam alignment and focus during welding.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain weld quality.
• Inspect welds both DT and NDT methods (Sectioned Samples, Visual and MSLT).
• Document weld parameters from DAQ and inspection results for traceability.
• Perform routine maintenance on EBW equipment (filament replacement, vacuum system checks, vacuum pump oil change, lubrication).
• Diagnose and resolve issues with beam stability, vacuum leaks, or power supply.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
• CWI Certification - preferred.
• AWS or equivalent welding certification - preferred
• Specialized EBW training certification – preferred
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma, GED equivalent, or Technical School.
• Prior experience in precision welding or electron beam processes.
• Experience with quality inspection methods (NDT, visual, dimensional checks).
• CNC basic programming knowledge - G/M code proficiency for EBW operation, equipment specific.
• Technical or vocational training in welding, machining, or manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledge of blueprint reading and welding symbols.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Semiconductor industry or other manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:
• Standing and sitting for extended periods of time - walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or bending to the floor; use hands to finger, handle or feel parts and materials, reach with hands and arms and overhead, communicate and hear instructions and equipment sounds.
• Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.
• Near acuity or accommodation required for reading instrumentation and documentation, dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.
• Fine hand dexterity and ability to work in controlled environments and cleanrooms.
• Follow strict safety protocols for high-voltage and vacuum systems.
• Wear appropriate PPE and radiation monitoring badges.
• Comply with FMI and Regulatory Standards for hazardous materials and equipment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:
• Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, hearing protection, mask, etc.).
• Approximately 90% of the shop floor environment.
• Physical hazards while working near moving equipment and mechanical parts.
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