Automated Welding Operator (CNC / Laser)

German American Chambers of Commerce•Lombard, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automated Welding Operator operates and programs automated welding equipment at pro beam USA, with a primary focus on electron beam (EB) welding systems. This is a hands-on, shop-floor role for someone who enjoys working directly with advanced machinery, learning new technology, and producing high-quality welds for customers in high-stakes industries. If you have operated any kind of automated welding equipment or precision CNC machinery, and you are mechanically curious and eager to grow, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience operating automated or CNC-controlled machinery in a production environment.
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following technologies: Electron beam (EB) welding, Laser beam welding (LBW) or automated industrial laser cutting, Plasma arc welding (PAW), Friction stir welding (FSW), TIG/MIG setups in an automated or semi-automated environment, Advanced CNC machinery (Mills, Lathes, Routers).
Ability to read and follow weld procedures, technical drawings, and work instructions.
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with precision equipment in a shop environment.
Detail-oriented and safety-conscious with a track record of consistent attendance.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship (required for defense program access).

Nice To Haves

An Associate's degree, vocational/trade certification, or technical coursework is a plus.
Direct experience operating electron beam welding systems (such as PTR, Sciaky, pro beam, or similar platforms).
Familiarity with vacuum systems or high-voltage equipment.
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or similar welding certification.
Experience working in an aerospace, defense, or NADCAP-accredited manufacturing environment.
Exposure to weld quality inspection methods including visual, dye penetrant, or X-ray.
Basic CNC or machine programming experience (G-code understanding).
Experience with quality documentation in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor electron beam welding systems and other automated welding equipment in our job shop.
Follow established weld procedures, parameter sheets, and work instructions to produce consistent, high-quality welds.
Perform pre- and post-weld inspections including visual checks and basic dimensional verification.
Support equipment calibration, routine maintenance, and regular housekeeping of the welding area.
Assist senior technical staff in developing and refining welding parameters for new customer parts and materials.
Identify and report process deviations, equipment issues, or weld quality concerns to the technical team.
Participate in troubleshooting activities and contribute observations from hands-on machine operation.
Support process trials and sample production for new customer programs and feasibility studies.
Represent pro beam USA professionally when interacting with customers on-site or during facility visits.
Support customer demonstrations and witness testing as required.
Assist the field service team with equipment commissioning and customer training as the role develops.
Complete production records, traveler documents, and quality logs accurately and on time.
Follow all documentation requirements associated with aerospace and defense customer programs.
Contribute to maintaining an organized, compliant, and audit-ready work environment.