Robotic Welder

Sonoco • Hartselle, AL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Robotic Welder (Production Associate) works in production for Sonoco’s Metco Steel Reels division and reports to the shift supervisor. The role involves MIG welding mild steel to produce finished products, working safely and efficiently, and maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Excellent attendance, teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to spot defects are important.

Duties include welding steel components of varying sizes and thicknesses, fitting and forming parts for welding where required, and performing inspection and grinding on certain jobs. The employee may be trained on multiple jobs, weld positions, production lines, and departments. The role also involves reading drawings, route sheets, and manufacturing instructions; troubleshooting issues; making process adjustments; monitoring and reporting product quality; and maintaining a clean, organized work area. The position requires repetitive work, prolonged standing, stair use, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. The position is located in Hartselle, Alabama, and pays $25.06 per hour.

Requirements

• Pass a MIG welding test.
• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, drawings, and route sheets.
• Ability to perform repetitive duties, including going up and down stairs and standing for long periods.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of the products and their quality requirements.
• Reliable, committed, quality-focused, and able to demonstrate initiative and urgency in resolving tasks and problems.

Responsibilities

• MIG weld mild steel components to form finished products, using .045 wire and performing fillet and butt joints.
• Fit and form parts for welding and perform inspection and grinding when required.
• Read drawings and route sheets to determine job requirements.
• Set up new jobs and train on other production lines and in other departments.
• Collaborate with plant functions and other departments, including safety, quality, maintenance, and management.
• Troubleshoot problems and situations, make process adjustments, and monitor and report manufactured product quality.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area and perform general housekeeping (5S).
• Perform duties assigned by the supervisor or manager and support Sonoco’s quality and safety policies.
• Help other departments as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans, including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed