Key Skills

Job Description

At ERIKS, we believe the best results are achieved when technical expertise and strong collaboration come together. Through smart solutions and innovative products, we help industry perform better while contributing to a more sustainable world. We foster a working environment where you can be yourself, where ideas are valued, and where you are given the space to learn, grow, and take initiative. Together with committed colleagues, you make an impact every day for our customers and for the future of industry. Ready to make a difference together? Job Description Orbital Welder | Alkmaar At ERIKS Alkmaar, we manufacture high-quality hose and tube assemblies for industries that demand the highest standards of quality, delivery reliability, and cleanliness. We use the latest technologies, including welding robots, cobots, lasers, 3D printers, and orbital welding equipment. Your Role As an Orbital Welder, you are responsible for developing, programming, and executing high-quality orbital welding processes for products used in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and aerospace industries. You work closely with Engineering to develop new welding programs and ensure production processes are carried out safely, efficiently, and according to the highest quality standards. What You Will Do Develop and program welding procedures for orbital welding machines and weld heads. Set up, operate, and optimize multiple orbital welding systems, from micro- to macro-applications. Perform high-quality TIG and orbital welding on stainless steel tubes and hoses based on technical drawings. Carry out visual inspections and assess weld quality. Perform finishing work on your own welds. Identify, analyse, and resolve equipment malfunctions and act as the first point of contact for welding-related technical issues. Perform basic and preventive maintenance on welding equipment. Contribute to process optimization, manufacturability, and technical improvements. Train and support colleagues in orbital welding processes. Work in accordance with established procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards. Ensure products are delivered on time and meet customer and quality requirements. Working Together You will work closely with: Engineering Production Planning & Work Preparation Welding Coordinator Quality Department What You Bring Proven TIG welding experience. Experience programming and operating orbital welding equipment, such as Orbitalum, Polysoude, or similar systems. Experience welding stainless steel tubes and hoses based on technical drawings. Experience with additional metalworking operations such as sawing, deburring, and milling. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions. Knowledge of welding processes and quality standards. Basic knowledge of preventive maintenance on production equipment. Good command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken. Who You Are Accurate and quality-focused. Technically strong with excellent problem-solving skills. Able to work independently. A team player with strong communication skills. Eager to learn and continuously improve. Responsible, flexible, and practical in your approach. What We Offer A challenging role in an innovative and high-tech environment. A clean production facility serving leading high-tech industries. Day shift (07:30 AM - 04:00 PM), with overtime by mutual agreement. 25 vacation days plus 12 additional ADV days. An attractive profit-sharing scheme of up to 18%. A competitive salary. A solid pension plan. Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development. Interested? For job-related questions, please contact Onno Kramer (Team Leader NPI) at +31 6 18372567. For information about the recruitment process, please contact Annemijn at +31 6 57078571. Additional Information ERIKS is een werkgever die gelijke kansen biedt. We selecteren kandidaten op basis van competenties, ervaring en potentieel, ongeacht leeftijd, geslacht, afkomst, nationaliteit, handicap, geloof, seksuele oriëntatie of andere wettelijk beschermde kenmerken. Acquisitie wordt niet op prijs gesteld. Alle ongevraagde CV's die worden aangeboden zullen als eigendom van ERIKS BV worden beschouwd. ERIKS is hierbij geen plaatsingskosten verschuldigd.

Core Responsibilities

Develop, program, set up, and operate orbital welding systems, performing TIG and orbital welding on stainless steel tubes and hoses to technical drawings and quality requirements. Inspect and finish welds, troubleshoot and maintain equipment, improve processes, and support colleagues while ensuring safe, timely production.

Requirements

Candidates should have proven TIG welding experience, experience programming and operating orbital welding equipment, and experience welding stainless steel tubes and hoses from technical drawings. They should also be able to interpret drawings and work instructions, understand welding quality standards, perform basic preventive maintenance, and communicate in Dutch and English.

Benefits

• Vacation Days
• Additional Leave Days
• Profit-Sharing Scheme
• Pension Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities