Fremont, CA, US Welder -2nd Shift
Requisition ID: 97553-0
Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.
The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California’s Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. In addition, this location offers in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions in distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.
Job Purpose:
A Welder is responsible for reading and understanding assembly instructions, ensuring that the necessary material are available , and talking precise measurements to ensure perfect alignment of components. They are expected to operate cutting tools to cut and shape metal and use welders to join metal parts together.
Nature of Duties/Responsibilities
- Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products
- Mig (GMAW) and Tig (GTAW) Welding Proficient, Experience in Welding Precision Sheet metal as Stainless Steel, aluminum and steel
- Utilize handheld tools such as a hand held screw gun, drill gun, and grinders
- Operate calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other welding hand tool
- Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods
- Continually evaluate weld machine performance and technology to improve cycle times
- Maintain inventory of manufacturing product and welding consumables
- Create specific weldment set-ups and fixturing to meet geometric requirements
- Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards
- Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified
- Rework and/or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specification changes
- Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
- Prioritize work flow through effective communication with management staff
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 4 years of precision welding experience
- Proficient with reading blueprints and interpret documents including safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (SOP’s)
- Must be proficient with the use of measuring tools & validating own work to print specifications.
- ASME Section 9 certification beneficial
- AWS certifications beneficial (D1.1, D1.2, D1.3. D1.6)
- Must be able to set up and maintain all welding machines and tools.
This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Salary Range (annual): $ 54,080 – $60,320 ($26.00 - $29.00) -Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.