MFG Functional Technician Lead, Amazon Manufacturing Services

Amazon • Seattle, WA

4d • $30 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Amazon Manufacturing Services (AMS) is an internal Amazon service that specializes in producing high-quality components using additive manufacturing (3D printing), CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly. AMS serves design engineers, product developers, operations engineers, and retail product concept testing teams across Amazon. This role involves performing welding operations on manufactured components using manual MIG, TIG, and laser welding processes. The technician will weld parts produced through CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication, ensuring high-quality welds that meet customer specifications and industry standards. The position requires strong welding skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with various materials and joint configurations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Can coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment
• 2+ years of welding experience with MIG and/or TIG processes
• AWS Certified Welder certification in at least one process
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of welding metallurgy and procedures
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• AWS Certified Welder certification in multiple processes (MIG, TIG)
• Experience with laser welding
• Technical certification or vocational training in welding technology
• Experience welding multiple materials (steel, stainless steel, aluminum)
• Familiarity with welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Experience in contract manufacturing or high-mix production environments
• Knowledge of non-destructive testing methods
• Forklift certification

Responsibilities

• Perform manual welding using MIG, TIG, and laser welding processes on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials.
• Weld components produced through CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication.
• Read and interpret welding symbols, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler materials, gases, and parameters.
• Perform tack welding, fit-up, and final welding operations.
• Weld various joint configurations including butt joints, fillet welds, and corner joints.
• Grind, clean, and finish welds as required.
• Inspect welds visually for defects including porosity, cracks, incomplete fusion, and distortion.
• Verify welds meet welding procedure specifications (WPS) and customer requirements.
• Perform dimensional checks on welded assemblies.
• Identify and report quality issues to Welding Lead and quality engineers.
• Maintain accurate welding records and documentation.
• Support first article inspections for new welding specifications.
• Operate MIG, TIG, and laser welding equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment including cleaning and consumable replacement.
• Monitor gas flow rates, wire feed speeds, and other welding parameters.
• Replace welding tips, nozzles, and contact tubes as needed.
• Report equipment issues to Welding Lead.
• Maintain organized welding area and tools.
• Retrieve components from manufacturing departments for welding operations.
• Prepare materials for welding including cleaning, degreasing, and fit-up.
• Use fixtures and clamps to hold parts during welding.
• Handle welded assemblies carefully to prevent damage.
• Organize completed welds and prepare for downstream operations (powder coating, assembly).
• Maintain organized work area and enforce 5S standards.
• Follow all safety protocols and hot work procedures.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including welding helmets, gloves, and protective clothing.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Handle welding gases and materials safely.
• Report safety hazards or concerns immediately.
• Support ISO 9001 compliance through proper documentation.
• Ensure proper ventilation and fume extraction during welding operations.
• Coordinate with CNC and sheet metal teams on component readiness and welding priorities.
• Communicate with Welding Lead on quality issues or process improvements.
• Work with quality engineers on welding investigations.
• Support assembly team with welded components.

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave
• sign-on payments
• restricted stock units (RSUs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED