Welder/Glass Blower (Quartz)
Company
ALFAOHM QUARTZ PTE. LTD.
Location
Singapore
Posted
24 hours ago
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Job Description
Company Overview
AlfaOhm Quartz is a Singapore-based specialist in quartz ware for the semiconductor wafer fab industry, serving Singapore and Malaysia. We provide repair, refurbishment, manufacturing, and trading services to support silicon wafer and microchip production.
Job Summary
You will perform quartz welding and finishing tasks to prepare quartz components for semiconductor manufacturing, supporting production quality and efficiency through precise handling and processing.
Responsibilities
• Perform simple quartz welding to repair or join quartz components, ensuring structural integrity for semiconductor use
• Execute fire polishing individually or collaboratively to smooth and finish quartz surfaces, enhancing component quality
• Cut, grind, and lap quartz ware or related products to meet precise dimensional and surface finish requirements
• Prepare quartz components for subsequent manufacturing or repair processes, maintaining cleanliness and quality standards
• Apply gas welding skills where applicable to support quartz component fabrication and repair
Preferred competencies and qualifications
• Experience with gas welding techniques to complement quartz welding tasks
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about quartz material properties and engineering applications. On-the-job training will be provided and guidance by mentor until you can perform intended tasks independently.
Other Information
Benefits:
• 5-day work week
• 40 work hours per week
• Overtime pay beyond working hours
• Allowances
• Annual leave
• Medical benefits
• 13th month bonus
AlfaOhm Quartz is a Singapore-based specialist in quartz ware for the semiconductor wafer fab industry, serving Singapore and Malaysia. We provide repair, refurbishment, manufacturing, and trading services to support silicon wafer and microchip production.
Job Summary
You will perform quartz welding and finishing tasks to prepare quartz components for semiconductor manufacturing, supporting production quality and efficiency through precise handling and processing.
Responsibilities
• Perform simple quartz welding to repair or join quartz components, ensuring structural integrity for semiconductor use
• Execute fire polishing individually or collaboratively to smooth and finish quartz surfaces, enhancing component quality
• Cut, grind, and lap quartz ware or related products to meet precise dimensional and surface finish requirements
• Prepare quartz components for subsequent manufacturing or repair processes, maintaining cleanliness and quality standards
• Apply gas welding skills where applicable to support quartz component fabrication and repair
Preferred competencies and qualifications
• Experience with gas welding techniques to complement quartz welding tasks
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about quartz material properties and engineering applications. On-the-job training will be provided and guidance by mentor until you can perform intended tasks independently.
Other Information
Benefits:
• 5-day work week
• 40 work hours per week
• Overtime pay beyond working hours
• Allowances
• Annual leave
• Medical benefits
• 13th month bonus
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum basic salary for welders on work permits in Singapore's marine sector as of 2026?
The Ministry of Manpower requires employers to pay welders on work permits a minimum basic salary of SGD 2,800 per month from 1 January 2026 in the marine sector. Overtime after 44 hours weekly must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, with a mandatory housing allowance of SGD 200 monthly if accommodation is not provided. This applies to all new and renewed work permits issued after 31 December 2025.
How many years of experience and what certification do I need to qualify for a welder work permit in Singapore?
Applicants for welder work permits must hold at least 2 years of relevant experience plus a valid 6G welding certification issued before the application date. The Ministry of Manpower verifies this through the work permit application system effective 2026, rejecting any submission without proof of certification from approved training centres. No exceptions are granted for entry-level candidates.
What documents are required to apply for a welder work permit through MOM in 2026?
Employers must submit the applicant's passport, 6G welding certificate, employment contract showing SGD 2,800 minimum salary, and medical report dated within 3 months via the MOM work permit portal. The Ministry of Manpower processes complete applications within 7 working days as of 2026, with incomplete submissions returned immediately. All documents require English translation if originally in another language.
What are the standard working hours, overtime rules and annual leave for welders in Singapore?
Welders work a maximum of 44 hours per week under the Employment Act, with overtime capped at 72 hours monthly and paid at 1.5 times the rate from 2026. The Ministry of Manpower mandates 14 days of paid annual leave after the first year of service, increasing to 16 days after 3 years. Rest days must be provided at least once every 7 days.
