Employment Opportunities

Manufacturing & Planning Engineer
Ventura, CA

Valex Corp is looking for a Manufacturing & Planning Engineer (I or II) to join its Engineering Department in Ventura, CA. Below is a list of key responsibilities for this position:

Welder (1st Shift)
Ventura, CA

Valex is looking for Welders with some training or experience to join our team in Ventura, CA. You will perform standard production operations related to the fabrication of production stainless steel products using various welding methods. You will also weld and fabricate fixtures and tooling to support manufacturing and engineering operations, working from blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions.

The successful candidate will have some experience in tungsten-inert-gas (TIG) welding and rotary welding equipment on a variety of materials, including stainless-steel, titanium, and copper. In addition, MIG, heliarc, and brazing experience is desirable. You must also be able to read and interpret drawings, follow written and verbal instructions in English, lift/carry up to 25 pounds often, and be able to interface with others successfully. You must also be able to demonstrate the ability to tack butt welds, as well as perform full-penetration rotary welds with and without filler rod using a rotary table.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, bargaining (union) position and you will be expected to join our union upon hire (there is a nominal initiation fee and monthly dues). There are three levels for the Welder classification and you will be hired into the level that best matches your experience/knowledge. The first shift hourly rate pay range for the three levels is $26.46 to $33.87. The base hours/days for the position are Mon-Fri, 7am to 3:30pm, but we are currently running from 5am to 3:30pm (10 hours/day) and sometimes work Sat/Sun when needed (weekends are generally optional).

Must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

Production Welder (1st Shift)
Ventura, CA

Valex is looking for production welders to join our team in Ventura, CA. You will perform standard production operations related to the fabrication of stainless steel products using various welding methods, including orbital and internal autogenous welding. You will perform routine layouts and set-ups, and check dimensions and tolerances as they apply to welding. You will supply a product which meets the criteria for this stage of work-in-progress and you will be expected to be able to identify and separate non-conforming parts(scrap parts or acceptable parts) and note such on the related paperwork.

The successful candidate will have the ability to setup and operate various pieces of shop equipment and machinery . You must be able to read, write, and speak English, and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. You must have good hand to eye dexterity, lift/carry up to 25 pounds often, and be able to interface with others successfully. You must also be capable of being certified by Valex Corp in accordance with ASME Section 9 procedure qualifications for autogenous welding. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt, bargaining (union) position and you will be expected to join our union upon hire (there is a nominal initiation fee and monthly dues). There are three levels for the Production Welder classification and you will be hired into the level that best matches your experience/knowledge. The first shift hourly rate pay range for the three levels is $22.50 to $28.87. The base hours/days for the position are Mon-Fri, 7am to 3:30pm, but we are currently running from 5am to 3:30pm (10 hours/day) and sometimes work Sat/Sun when needed (weekends are generally optional).

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

Must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Automation and Robotics Engineer
Ventura, CA

Valex Corporation is seeking an experienced Automation & Robotics Engineer to join our Manufacturing & Automation Engineering team in Ventura, California. This position is responsible for the design, programming, integration, commissioning, and support of advanced manufacturing equipment and automation systems used throughout our operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with extensive experience in industrial automation, controls, robotics, machine integration, and manufacturing process development. This individual will work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to develop new automation solutions and improve existing production equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, troubleshoot, and support industrial automation systems.
• Develop and maintain PLC programs, HMI applications, operator interfaces, and machine control architectures.
• Integrate industrial robots, machine vision systems, laser seam tracking systems, sensors, servo systems, VFDs, and safety controls.
• Support machine commissioning, startup, debugging, validation, and implementation activities.
• Troubleshoot controls, automation, robotics, electrical, and integrated manufacturing systems.
• Develop electrical schematics, I/O lists, network architectures, control narratives, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers to support machine design, welding automation, tooling, fixture design, and manufacturing process improvements.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives related to automation, throughput, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and maintenance teams.
• Occasionally travel to support equipment installation, startup, and project implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline).
• Preference will be given to candidates whose degree program included a specialization, concentration, or significant coursework in Control Systems, Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Industrial Controls.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, robotics, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success executing automation projects from concept through commissioning and production implementation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future company sponsorship.

Required Technical Experience

PLC & HMI Platforms

• Siemens PLCs (TIA Portal preferred)
• Siemens HMIs
• AutomationDirect platforms, including:

- Productivity Series PLCs

- Do-more PLCs

- C-More HMIs

Industrial Communications

• Profinet
• Ethernet/IP
• Modbus TCP/IP
• Modbus RTU

Motion & Automation Systems

• Servo systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Industrial safety systems
• Distributed I/O systems
• Automated manufacturing equipment

Robotics

Hands-on programming, integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience with industrial robots such as:

• KUKA
• FANUC
• ABB
• Yaskawa Motoman
• Universal Robots (UR)

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

• Robotic welding systems
• Laser seam tracking systems
• Machine vision integration
• Process automation
• Machine commissioning and startup

Preferred Qualifications

• MIG and/or TIG welding experience
• Experience developing robotic welding cells
• Machine vision system integration experience
• SCADA system development and support
• SQL/database integration
• Familiarity with UL 508A and NFPA 79 standards
• Industrial control panel design experience
• Hands-on machine building and startup experience
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing environments

This is a full-time, exempt position located in Ventura, California.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Candidates must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including drug testing, background verification (criminal and civil), employment verification, education verification, and physical evaluation (where applicable). Candidates must also be authorized to work in the USA without company sponsorship.

Welder (2nd Shift)
Ventura, CA

Valex is looking for Welders with some training or experience to join our team in Ventura, CA. You will perform standard production operations related to the fabrication of production stainless steel products using various welding methods. You will also weld and fabricate fixtures and tooling to support manufacturing and engineering operations, working from blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions.

The successful candidate will have some experience in tungsten-inert-gas (TIG) welding and rotary welding equipment on a variety of materials, including stainless-steel, titanium, and copper. In addition, MIG, heliarc, and brazing experience is desirable. You must also be able to read and interpret drawings, follow written and verbal instructions in English, lift/carry up to 25 pounds often, and be able to interface with others successfully. You must also be able to demonstrate the ability to tack butt welds, as well as perform full-penetration rotary welds with and without filler rod using a rotary table.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, bargaining (union) position and you will be expected to join our union upon hire (there is a nominal initiation fee and monthly dues). There are three levels for the Welder classification and you will be hired into the level that best matches your experience/knowledge. The first shift hourly rate pay range for the three levels is $29.46 to $36.87. The base hours/days for the position are Mon-Fri, 3:30pm to 12am, but we are currently running from 3:30pm to 2am (10 hours/day) and sometimes work Sat/Sun when needed (weekends are generally optional).

Must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

Production Welder (2nd Shift)
Ventura, CA

Valex is looking for production welders to join our team in Ventura, CA. You will perform standard production operations related to the fabrication of stainless steel products using various welding methods, including orbital and internal autogenous welding. You will perform routine layouts and set-ups, and check dimensions and tolerances as they apply to welding. You will supply a product which meets the criteria for this stage of work-in-progress and you will be expected to be able to identify and separate non-conforming parts(scrap parts or acceptable parts) and note such on the related paperwork.

The successful candidate will have the ability to setup and operate various pieces of shop equipment and machinery . You must be able to read, write, and speak English, and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. You must have good hand to eye dexterity, lift/carry up to 25 pounds often, and be able to interface with others successfully. You must also be capable of being certified by Valex Corp in accordance with ASME Section 9 procedure qualifications for autogenous welding. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt, bargaining (union) position and you will be expected to join our union upon hire (there is a nominal initiation fee and monthly dues). There are three levels for the Production Welder classification and you will be hired into the level that best matches your experience/knowledge. The first shift hourly rate pay range for the three levels is $22.50 to $28.87. The base hours/days for the position are Mon-Fri, 7am to 3:30pm, but we are currently running from 5am to 3:30pm (10 hours/day) and sometimes work Sat/Sun when needed (weekends are generally optional).

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

Must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Manufacturing Engineer (III or IV)
Ventura, CA

Valex Corp is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join it's engineering team in Ventura, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for the identification, evaluation, design, and implementation of cost-effective and safe manufacturing processes and equipment, in addition to making manufacturing productivity improvements to existing processes and equipment. You will also provide technical support to the operations and quality departments and perform other projects as assigned.

The successful candidate must have a B.S. degree in an applicable Engineering discipline plus 4-8 years of applicable experience. As part of your experience, you must have successfully completed projects from the design phase to the implementation phase. You must be computer literate with experience in computer-aided drafting, and you must have effective written and verbal communication skills and be able to communicate with all levels/departments. Revit and BIM modeling experience a plus.

This is a full-time, regular, exempt position. The position level (III or IV) and associated pay range ($100k/yr to $140k/yr) will be determined by your experience and/or education. Aside from meeting other eligibility requirements, you must also be eligible to work in the USA without company sponsorship.

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

EH&S Associate
Ventura, CA

Valex Corp is looking for an EH&S Associate to join its safety team in Ventura, CA. In this position, you will support the Safety Manager in administering, maintaining, updating, and confirming strict compliance with the company's Injury & Illness Prevention Plan, the Emergency Response & Recovery Plan, as well as applicable government regulations related to plant safety. You will assist the Safety Manager in administering, maintaining, updating, and confirming strict compliance to programs related to hazardous material acquisition, use, storage, and disposal. You will participate in inspections, facility tours, and agency communications. You will assist in the development and presentation of safety-training programs, including safety orientations for new-hires, temporary workers, and vendors who will perform work at Valex. You will participate in other projects and activities as assigned by the Safety Manager. 

EH&S Coordinator
Ventura, CA

Valex Corp is looking for an EH&S Coordinator to join its safety team in Ventura, CA. In this position, you will administer, maintain, update, and confirm strict compliance with the company's Injury & Illness Prevention Plan, the Emergency Response & Recovery Plan, as well as applicable government regulations related to plant safety. You will administer, maintain, update, and confirm strict compliance to programs related to hazardous material acquisition, use, storage, and disposal. You will conduct inspections, facility tours, and agency communications. You will assist in the development and presentation of safety-training programs, including safety orientations for new-hires, temporary workers, and vendors who will perform work at Valex. You will participate in other projects and activities as assigned by the Safety Manager. 

Waste Treatment Operator - 2nd Shift
Ventura, CA

Valex Corp is looking for a 2nd-shift Waste Treatment Operator to join the facilities team in Ventura, CA. In this role, you will maintain the wastewater treatment system making sure we are in full compliance with city, state, and federal standards and regulations. You will maintain the performance of our DI water system in compliance with company standards. You will also response to hazardous material spills inside and outside the plant while staying in full compliance with city, state, and federal standards and regulations and company safety standards and procedures.

Quality Manager - Austin, TX
Round Rock, TX

Quality Manager

Greater Austin, TX Area

This position is fully responsible for maintaining all aspects of the Valex Corporation's Quality System and acts as the management representative for the Texas site’s Quality System. The Quality Manager will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the quality management system and the quality manual to assure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer specific requirements.  The Quality Manager shall act as sites liaison to consultants, customers, and third-party source inspectors. Up to 50% paid travel to the corporate headquarters (based in the US) for the first 3 months will be required for training, and then ongoing travel may be required up to 10% of the time. Valex’s primary business is the manufacturing of fluid distribution systems.

Other responsibilities will include:

·         Working with the Corporate Quality Director and the Site Management team in furnishing all necessary QA/QC equipment and labs to support the site quality operation.

·         First point of contact for site product quality issues. Lead a cross-functional team (Manufacturing, Engineering, Materials, Sales, Operations, Quality, and other company sites) to use the 8D methodology to resolve quality issues.

·         Supervise and manage Quality control inspectors, quality coordinator, quality technicians and engineers.

·         To organize and direct NMR (Non-conforming Material Report) Process

·         Support Continuous Improvement efforts by managing the CIO program (Continuous Improvement Opportunity) at the site level.

·         Make final quality decisions on the shop floor, consistent with LOP Standards. To maintain and manage the company’s visual workmanship standards (library of parts)

·         Execute all Company policies, procedures, and workbench instructions set forth by the company and other duties as requested by the Senior Management Team.

The following minimum qualifications are required:

·         The ability to initially travel for the first 3 months for up to 50% of the time to the corporate HQ based in the US for training and documentation development

·         Bachelor of Science degree.

·         Proficient in MS Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and Word.

·         Experience with ERP required. QAD experience a plus.

·         3+ Years in Supervisory and Managerial role

·         Experience in all aspects of maintaining an ISO 9001 compliance (Internal audits, hosting 3^rd party audits, etc.)

·         A Mechanical Engineering background is a plus

·         CQA, CQE, CQM, and Certified Six Sigma Professionals will be highly considered

Additional Requirements:

·         The qualified candidate must possess an intimate knowledge of ISO 9001 and be a hands on, lead by example individual.

·         Knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and system driven manufacturing is highly desired. 

·         The individual must have experience with ASTM, ASME, standards and be familiar with SEMI, ISO, DIN, PED, BPE standards as well. 

·         Strong problem-solving skills (8D), working knowledge of Lean, 5S, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence is a plus.

Production Supervisor - (1st, 2nd, & weekend shift)
Round Rock, TX

Valex Corp has an open Production Supervisor role to join our newest manufacturing operation in Round Rock, TX. The objective is to lead, supervise and coordinate the execution of manufacturing-based activities from start-up. This candidate will report to the site Operations Manager. At Valex Corp, safety and employee/customer experience is at the heart of what we do. The candidates for this role must have the ability to lead by example, including execution of operations and customer deliverables. Our Round Rock facility is a new start-up operation for our global organization, so having the ability to be agile and comfortable being uncomfortable is a must. This is an exciting time to join Valex Corp!

Duties/ Responsibilities:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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Environmental Exposure:

Benefits:

Valex provides "best-in-class" benefits. The benefit package is designed to protect our employees and their families against unforeseen circumstances, as well as offering opportunities to help improve health and wellbeing. Employees have the choice between 3 different medical plans, additionally Valex also offers Dental, Vision, 401k. 

At no cost to the employee Valex offers life, accidental death & dismemberment, short and long-term disability insurance coverage.

Employees are eligible for coverage after 30 days of employment.

Sign-on bonus in the amount of $1,500.00 after successfully completion of your 90-Day probation period. 

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.

GTAW Welder Level 1, 2, and 3 - Round Rock, Texas
Round Rock, TX

UPH Orbital Welder 1st & 2nd Shift
Round Rock, TX

Valex is looking for an experienced UHP Orbital Welders level I, II, and III to join its growing team in Round Rock, Texas.

You must be proficient in complete joint penetration on square butt joints using tube sizes ranging from 1/4" to 1/2" all parts and valves. You must have knowledge of welding with hydrogen/argon purge, achieving an internal purge of 10 PPM. You will set up and calibrate the power supply with correct welding program along with routine and preventative maintenance. You will fabricate within dimensional tolerances as low as as 0.010" and angle tolerances as low as 0.5 degrees. You will perform all other tasks and projects as directed.

The successful candidate will 3-5 years directly related experience. You will also have a high school diploma or equivalency, and preferably a welding certification from a college or welding school.

1st shift: 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday 

2nd shift: 3:30pm - 12:00am Monday - Friday

Pay rate for this position is up to $35.00 per hour depending on experience. Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus payable after successful completion of probation period!

Benefits: Valex provides "best-in-class" benefits. The benefit package is designed to protect our employees and their families against unforeseen circumstances, as well as offering opportunities to help improve health and wellbeing. Employees have the choice between 3 different medical plans, additionally Valex also offers Dental, Vision, 401k. At no cost to the employee Valex offers life, accidental death & dismemberment, short and long-term disability insurance coverage. Employees are eligible for coverage after 30 days of employment.

All candidates must successfully complete post-offer, pre-employment drug testing, physical evaluation (depending on position), criminal background check, and verification of previous employment and education.