Production Associate (1st Shift) (Weld)

American Trim • Sidney, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

American Trim is seeking a Production Associate for its metal-stamping facility’s weld and rework area on first shift. The position is responsible for welding operations in the production work area, including equipment and fixture setup, meeting established production rates, and ensuring product quality. The associate produces daily job assignments using QAD pick lists, follows procedures and safety analyses, records production and downtime information, and maintains the work cell. The schedule is 5:55 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with overtime as needed. Base pay is $19.70 per hour, with the possibility of additional pay depending on experience.

The role requires welding and interpreting blueprints or written specifications, inspecting parts, and working with a production team. Physical demands include repeated handling of light items, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or moving for periods exceeding one hour, repetitive turning or lifting motions, and working with sharp tools and parts. Required protective equipment includes eye, ear, and foot protection as applicable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employer offers on-the-job training, day-one holiday pay and 401(k), vacation time and benefits after 91 days, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and other listed benefits. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis; the company does not anticipate providing employment-related work sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Blueprint-reading ability and basic knowledge of weld symbols.
• Skills in oxygen and acetylene welding; some soldering experience.
• Understanding of metal joining through school and at least one year of experience.
• At least one year of experience welding aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel.
• TIG and MIG welding experience, with some stick-welding experience.
• Ability and willingness to learn a new skill and follow set instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, proven teamwork, and self-starter qualities.
• Strong work record in safety, quality, and dependability.
• Basic computer/PC knowledge and skills are preferred in the description.
• Ability to work overtime as needed and meet schedules amid changing priorities.
• Ability to perform the job while wearing required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• JVS welding school or Hobart welding training.
• Basic computer/PC knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up welding equipment and fixtures and ensure the work is completed according to procedures.
• Meet established production rates and produce daily job assignments using QAD pick lists.
• Ensure the quality of parts through dimensional and visual inspection.
• Follow Job Safety Analysis, Equipment Safety Analysis, and Area Safety Analysis procedures.
• Communicate with the shift supervisor, tooling engineers, and quality engineers.
• Run the assigned operation and report parts completion, downtime, scrap, and SPC data when needed.
• Interpret blueprints or written specifications for welding products.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work cell.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day-one holiday pay.
• Day-one 401(k), with company match.
• Vacation time after 91 days.
• Benefits after 91 days, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Free training to upgrade skills.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Direct Care for employees who elect company health benefits.
• Annual boot reimbursement voucher.
• Prescription safety-glass reimbursement voucher once every two years.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Direct deposit.
• Fixed weekly schedule.

What This Job Offers

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