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Glassblowers / Quartz Welders – 1st & 2nd Shift

Schunk Xycarb Technology, Inc. – Georgetown, Texas

Schunk Xycarb Technology is seeking experienced Glassblowers / Quartz Welders to join our growing manufacturing team in Georgetown, Texas. These full-time positions offer competitive pay based on experience and eligibility for our full benefits package.

Available Shifts

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM (10% shift differential

About Schunk Xycarb Technology

Schunk Xycarb Technology is a global leader in advanced quartz, ceramic, and carbon composite solutions for the semiconductor industry. Our Georgetown facility provides a clean, safety-focused, and innovation-driven environment where craftsmanship and precision support the world's most advanced chip manufacturers. We invest in our people through training, modern equipment, and long-term career development.

Position Overview

The Quartz Welder / Glassblower fabricates high-precision quartz components used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role requires expert-level skill in shaping, welding, and assembling quartz parts to exacting tolerances while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and cleanliness standards. Work includes hands-on torch welding, operation of specialized fabrication equipment, and consistent execution of repeatable processes in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex quartz welding, forming, and sealing operations using hydrogen/oxygen torches and related tools.
• Fabricate delicate, high-precision quartz assemblies according to engineering drawings, customer specifications, and semiconductor industry standards.
• Operate quartz fabrication equipment including lathes, CNC or semi-automated forming tools, annealing ovens, and robotic handling systems.
• Inspect workpieces using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and visual inspection criteria to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality compliance.
• Follow established work instructions, travelers, and process documentation to ensure consistency and repeatability.
• Perform annealing, stress-relief, and cleaning processes to maintain structural integrity of quartz components.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with OSHA, EHS, and company safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges and improve processes.
• Document production data, nonconformances, and material usage in manufacturing systems (ERP/MES).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and 5S activities.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of hands-on quartz fabrication or scientific/industrial glassblowing experience, preferably in a semiconductor or high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex quartz welding and forming tasks with high accuracy.
• Proficiency operating quartz fabrication equipment such as lathes, hydrogen/oxygen torches, annealing ovens, and automation/robotic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions.
• Strong understanding of thermal properties of quartz and proper annealing techniques.
• Experience working in a production environment where consistency, repeatability, and tight tolerances are critical.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to work with delicate materials.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, sit, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
• Regularly lift and handle materials up to 50 lbs
• Stand for extended periods during fabrication tasks.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, temperature changes, moving machinery, and quartz materials.
• Ability to wear PPE including safety glasses, gloves, respirators (if required), and protective clothing.
• Willingness to work overtime or adjusted shifts based on production needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience, plus quarterly profit-sharing bonuses
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Generous Paid Time Off plus 10 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance
• Annual allowance for safety shoes and RX safety glasses
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Stable, long-term career growth in a global semiconductor supply-chain industry
• A clean, modern facility with advanced tools and automation
• Opportunities for skill development, cross-training, and advancement