Frame Spot Welder

Allegion • Fontana, CA

4d • $20 - $22

About The Position

The Spot Welder uses resistance welding to join overlapping edges of positioned components and fabricate hollow metal door or frame assemblies. The role emphasizes first-time quality, accountability, safety, and teamwork in a custom metal manufacturing environment. The employee sets up and operates spot welding machines, follows documented processes and production lists, and performs first-part inspections and in-process quality checks. The role also supports continuous improvement, communicates barriers to product flow, maintains a clean and organized work area, and participates in cross-training. A flexible schedule is required to accommodate overtime and changes to start time based on work volume.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand engineering documents and shop travelers.
• Ability to lay out and load materials using basic math and handheld measuring tools.
• Understanding of finished product characteristics.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and grasp 50 pounds; use both hands dexterously; stand for extended periods; and work in a bent or stooped position when needed.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment.
• Dexterity with manufacturing equipment, basic power tools, and machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of spot welding machine operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge and application of welding-specific safety requirements.
• Metalworking or hollow metal fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvements in safety, quality, 5S, and existing manufacturing processes.
• Provide leadership with feedback to help resolve quality issues and improve productivity or procedures.
• Keep the machine running and communicate issues that prevent product flow.
• Follow company safety and conduct policies, including using and maintaining provided PPE.
• Be willing to learn other jobs or tasks as part of cross-training.
• Perform daily housekeeping to keep the work area clean and organized.
• Set up and operate spot welding machines and maintain continuous workflow by following documented processes.
• Produce parts according to the top-down production list.
• Perform first-part inspections and in-process quality checks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED