Spot Welder

R&M Manufacturing • Buffalo, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

R&M Manufacturing is hiring a Spot Welder to set up and operate resistance spot-welding equipment to join stamped and fabricated metal parts to customer specifications. The role involves reading work orders, blueprints, weld specifications, and setup sheets; setting machine parameters; inspecting weld quality; and maintaining equipment. The Spot Welder works with the lead and supervisor to meet production goals in a safe, organized work area. Training is available for the right person, including candidates who are more entry-level.

The position is based in Buffalo, Minnesota, and is full-time on second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The stated pay range is $19.50 to $29 per hour, based on experience, with a $2.50 second-shift premium.

R&M Manufacturing is part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family and produces precision sheet metal components, from prototypes to production runs. The company emphasizes safety, employee growth and training, honesty, customer service, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Accurately use calipers, squares, gauges, protractors, and other measuring tools.
• Have good math ability and problem-solving skills.
• Read and interpret blueprints efficiently.
• Be able to perform physical activities that may include frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and walking, consistent standing, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate resistance spot-welding equipment, including pedestal and portable gun welders, to join stamped and fabricated parts.
• Read work orders, blueprints, and weld specifications to determine weld locations, spacing, and quantities.
• Load parts into fixtures, position components correctly, and verify fit-up before welding.
• Set and adjust weld current, weld time, squeeze time, and electrode pressure according to the job setup sheet.
• Inspect welds visually and with required checks, such as peel or chisel tests, to confirm strength, placement, and appearance.
• Measure finished parts with calipers, tape measures, and gauges to verify print dimensions.
• Dress, change, and maintain electrode tips and caps to maintain weld quality.
• Identify and correct common weld defects, including expulsion, burn-through, cold welds, and misplaced welds, and escalate issues to the supervisor.
• Separate nonconforming parts and report quality issues according to company procedures.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on welding equipment, including checking water cooling, air lines, and cables.
• Record production counts, scrap, and downtime on required paperwork or in the ERP system.
• Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and required PPE.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day-one company-provided telehealth services for employees and their families.
• Company-provided life and AD&D insurance and disability insurance.
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options, including critical care, hospital indemnity, and accident coverage.
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth retirement savings plans with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for career growth and development, including learning setups and programming and cross-training in other plant areas.

What This Job Offers

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