Job Title: Welder Location: Fremont, CA (On-site) Reports to: Manufacturing Supervisor Adecco is looking for a skilled Welder to join our local manufacturing Client and contribute to one of today’s most exciting clean energy technologies. This is a hands-on, on-site role in our Fremont, CA facility. What You’ll Do • Read and interpret work instructions and welding requirements • Perform TIG, stick, and oxy-acetylene welding in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions • Position, clamp, and assemble parts in fixtures • Inspect and count parts for quality control prior to welding • Operate welding equipment and shop tools safely and effectively • Conduct leak tests on finished products • Fabricate components for solid oxide fuel cell generators • Maintain equipment and support shop organization (5S) • Assist in creating fixtures for assembly and fabrication • Recommend improvements to welding and fabrication methods • Complete paperwork accurately and on time • Support other duties as needed, including occasional travel to other local facilities What You Bring • High School Diploma or GED required • 1+ year of welding experience (TIG, pulsed TIG, stick, oxy-acetylene) • Mechanical skills and ability to use standard shop tools • Experience following detailed work instructions • Preferred: TIG welding with Inconel/Stainless steel, interpreting welding prints, or a welding certificate Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. • Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity • Must wear PPE; respirator fit test may be required What's in it for you: • Weekly Pay. Every Friday! • Flexible schedule Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://uat.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
See More Details >>Job Description What it's like to be a fabricator at BAE Systems? First, at BAE Systems, we get to develop and enhance tooling, equipment, and weapons to support our nation s Soldiers, Sailors and Marines. As a Fabricator / Welder at BAE Systems, you'll work on cutting-edge projects and help design and build advanced defense systems. Your day-to-day tasks involve fabricating, assembling, and welding parts, prototypes, and structures from engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions. This role works a 5:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off and includes about 10% travel with up to several weeks at a time at testing sites in California. You'll have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art materials including metals, composites, and experimental materials. Whether you re laying out parts for vehicle installations, performing precision welding, or making emergency fixes, your work will directly contribute to the safety, efficiency, and performance of critical defense systems. At BAE Systems, you ll collaborate with engineers and technicians, often working independently on complex projects but also receiving support and guidance from your team when needed. Safety and quality are top priorities, and you ll be part of a company that values both innovation and attention to detail. If you re passionate about fabrication, problem-solving, and contributing to national security, BAE Systems offers an exciting and rewarding career. Job Summary: The Fabricator / Welder / Assembler is responsible for the layout, fabrication, welding, and assembly of parts, prototypes structures, templates, and experimental materials or hardware. This role requires working with a variety of materials and creating parts or assemblies with involved designs for experimental projects. Work Environment: The Fabricator/Assembler will work primarily in a shop environment with regular use of fabrication tools and equipment. This position requires standing, bending, and lifting heavy materials and equipment regularly. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when operating fabrication tools or working with certain materials. Key Responsibilities: Create and perform layout of parts, assemblies, and structures based on blueprints, schematics, design specifications, engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions, with layouts ranging from average to high complexity. Use math to perform precise layouts for vehicle installations, mockups, or deliverable items. Accurately fabricate and build parts and assemblies using various materials such as metals, composites, plastics, and other experimental materials. Rebuild or modify existing experimental hardware or materials, ensuring functionality and precision. Select and secure necessary tools and materials for each task, ensuring compliance with established procedures. Work with a variety of materials or hardware, including prototypes and unique one-off builds. Use precision fabrication techniques to ensure all materials and components are manufactured to the correct tolerances and specifications. Weld and assemble parts, structures, and experimental prototypes to meet engineering and quality standards. Create and fabricate structural elements, ensuring durability and functionality for testing or operational use. Operate a variety of tools and equipment for cutting, shaping, routing, punching, drilling, forming, rolling, grinding, welding, milling, turning and measuring. Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, jib cranes, and hoists to move materials and equipment. Ensure proper use of all fabrication equipment, including performing maintenance and safety checks on tools to ensure their proper working condition. Investigate and report variances or discrepancies in drawings or work to the supervisor and provide progress updates on ongoing projects. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure that all fabricated parts meet project specifications and requirements. Train and instruct lower-classified technicians in all aspects of the fabrication process, including the use of tools, equipment, and layout techniques. Inspect and check the work of other prototype manufacturing technicians when directed by supervisors. Touch up primed and painted surfaces as necessary. Ensure full attention is given to the prevention of personal injury and injury to others by following all safety protocols and using proper safety equipment. Document all work completed, including layouts, prototypes, and modifications, to ensure accurate records for future reference or further development. Full-Time Salary Range: $75,026 - $88,234 This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. Required Education, Experience, & Skills High School Diploma or equivalent required and 3-5 years of experience in fabrication, welding, and assembly, preferably working with experimental materials or prototypes. Experience reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings and technical documents. Proven experience working on fabrication tasks. Demonstrated experience of welding techniques (MIG, TIG, arc welding) and the operation tools and machinery (hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment) Knowledge of how to work with various materials, including metals, composites, and experimental materials. Strong attention to detail, ensuring precise fabrication and assembly. Excellent critical thinking and ability to troubleshoot fabrication issues. Understanding of basic math for accurate layout work. Knowledge of safety protocols and the experience to consistently maintain a safe work environment. Knowledge of how to mentor and train junior staff. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Technical training or certification in welding, fabrication, or manufacturing. Fabricator / Welder 105492BR EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression
See More Details >>ENCORE INDUSTRIES is an industrial leader with over 23 years of experience in precision sheet metal, custom contract manufacturer of electronic chassis, frames, fabrications, and turn-key electro mechanical assemblies built to customer specifications. Our modern facility is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and just minutes from the San Jose International Airport. We deliver finished fabricated components and electro-mechanical assemblies on time and with quality assurance, serving a diverse customer base in industries such as technology, green power, commercial and medical. ENCORE PAYS TOP PAY FOR TOP EMPLOYEES Currently looking for: Welder. Job Type • Full Time. • Day Shift. Job Details: • Willing to train • Salary is negotiable Benefits: • Group Health Insurance. Medical and Dental. • 401(k) with matching contributions. • Holiday and Vacation Pay.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in San Jose, CA typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In San Jose, welders can expect to earn an average wage of $755.50 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $108,000 annually. Welding schools, apprenticeships, and industry certifications are key pathways to entering this in-demand trade, offering a stable career with significant growth opportunities.
