Weekend 1st Shift Welder

Lozier Corporation • Middlebury, IN

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About The Position

The Welder performs welding operations in a manufacturing environment while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in accordance with production specifications. Depending on the area of assignment, the role may involve operating automated equipment, performing manual welding, and working with various materials. Specializations include robotic/process welding, MIG (GMAW) welding, and spot/resistance welding.

The role includes reading blueprints and work instructions, selecting and setting up welding equipment, performing and inspecting welds, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and collaborating with production teams. The position works a 12-hour first shift Friday through Sunday, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Proven experience in one or more welding processes relevant to the specialization.
• Basic PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Knowledge of weld symbols, tolerances, and metallurgy basics.
• Familiarity with welding inspection tools such as calipers, gauges, microscopes, and weld cameras.
• Experience optimizing weld processes by adjusting parameters to reduce defects.
• Knowledge of welding safety standards and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasional to frequent lifting, frequent walking and standing, dexterity, and visual acuity.
• Wear required PPE for the assigned workspace.
• Successful completion of a pre-hire drug screen and post-offer background screen is required to obtain employment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical training, or certifications are preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• AWS (American Welding Society) certification.
• Experience with specialty materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, or titanium.
• Familiarity with TIG, laser, or plasma welding for cross-training potential.
• Prior experience with automated inspection systems such as vision systems and sensors.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lozier’s mission, vision, and core values through behaviors that contribute to the company’s success.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to perform accurate welding operations.
• Select and set up appropriate welding equipment, tools, and materials.
• Perform welding operations safely and efficiently while meeting production schedules and quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Follow safety policies and procedures, including PPE use and proper material handling.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for work, meetings, and assignments, and interact well with others.
• For robotic/process welding assignments: operate, monitor, and maintain robotic welding systems; inspect robotic welds; rework MIG welds; monitor parameters; maintain inspection records; program equipment for automated production runs; troubleshoot and adjust robot settings; work with engineers and technicians to optimize processes; and maintain related documentation.
• For MIG welding assignments: weld components, assemblies, or structures to specifications; select suitable wire, shielding gas, and parameters; meet appearance and structural-integrity standards; and assist with equipment setup and maintenance.
• For spot/resistance welding assignments: weld sheet-metal assemblies; maintain electrode alignment, pressure, and timing; monitor equipment condition and performance; perform basic maintenance; and follow production schedules and safety standards.
• Operate a forklift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• $1,000 bonus after 90 days of employment, subject to taxes and applicable to new hires only.
• First pay increase after six months.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• $2.00 per hour shift premium.

What This Job Offers

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