Beamline Welding Machine Operator 1st shift

STOW Group•Adairsville, GA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Beamline Welding Machine Operator sets up, programs, runs, and maintains automated welding robots. This role focuses on loading/unloading beams, reading blueprints, monitoring weld quality with gauges, performing basic maintenance, troubleshooting errors, and ensuring safety to produce consistent, high-quality beam components on the welding robotic cell. The position requires basic MIG/TIG skills and strong attention to detail.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience with stamping and Roll forming presses and manufacturing.
Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of measuring tools.
Detail-oriented.
Good problem-solving skills.
Teamwork skills.
Physical stamina (lifting, standing).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
Technical understanding of automated systems.
Basic manual welding skills (MIG/TIG).
Strong attention to detail and precision.
Problem-solving skills for troubleshooting.
Physical ability to lift and move parts.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training.
Welding certificates.

Responsibilities

Sets up, programs, runs, and maintains automated welding robots.
Loads and unloads beams.
Reads blueprints and technical drawings.
Monitors weld quality using gauges and cameras.
Performs basic maintenance on robots, including changing contact tips, gas nozzles, and gas distributors.
Troubleshoots errors and system malfunctions during production runs.
Ensures safety protocols are followed.
Performs quality checks using tape measures, bench and measuring stations, and automatic weld control cameras.
Positions workpieces using jigs/fixtures.
Inputs and adjusts parameters (power, speed, pattern) for the robot controller based on engineering specifications.
Visually inspects welds, uses measuring tools (gauges, calipers), and removes spatter to ensure parts meet specifications.
Performs routine upkeep like cleaning nozzles, changing wire/tips, and lubricating.
Reports malfunctions.
Completes production logs, downtime reports, and quality records.
Maintains a clean work area and wears required PPE.

Benefits

PTO
Sick leave
11 US paid holidays
Medical Insurance (currently BlueCross BlueShield) with Family coverage, currently 90% Company paid
Dental Insurance with Family coverage, currently 90% Company paid
Vision Insurance with Family coverage, currently 90% Company paid
Company paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
Company paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401K with employer match, currently 4%
Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months