Welder - 1st Shift

Your Opportunity is Here with HSM • Hickory, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Welder stocks components for daily activities; repairs or replaces MIG welder components and replaces wire stumps as needed. The role operates robotic welders, including basic troubleshooting and programming, performs part quality inspections with appropriate measuring devices and gauges, measures and records quality information, reports and corrects assigned quality issues, and tracks weld-cell downtime during production runs. The Welder reads blueprints, participates in departmental housekeeping, and performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing plant that is not climate controlled. The work may involve loud noise, extreme temperatures, chemicals and fumes, moving mechanical parts, and daily exposure to solvents, oils, and grease. Gloves are required to protect hands and fingers, and employees must follow safety policies and use personal protective equipment.

The position requires standing for extended periods and frequently lifting, moving, or pushing/dragging more than 40 pounds. Employees may also need to bend, kneel, crouch, walk on wet surfaces, and use their hands to grasp, handle, or feel. Extended shifts, overtime, and weekend work may be requested.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a manual welding test.
• Must be willing and able to abide by all safety policies.
• Formal education is not required.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of previous work experience in a manufacturing setting; this is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Caliper experience or familiarity.
• MIG welding experience; there is no minimum time requirement, and experience may be from any environment.

Responsibilities

• Stock components as necessary for daily activities.
• Repair or replace MIG welder components, including welding leads, regulators, diffusers, and welding tips.
• Replace wire stumps as needed.
• Measure and record quality information.
• Report and correct quality issues as assigned by a supervisor or lead.
• Participate in departmental housekeeping requirements.
• Operate robotic welders, including basic troubleshooting and programming.
• Perform part quality inspections using appropriate measuring devices and gauges.
• Track and record weld-cell downtime during production runs.
• Read blueprints.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• 104 hours of vacation and company-paid holidays.
• On-site medical clinics free for employees and covered dependents.
• 24/7 Teladoc access with no copay.
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, and career growth opportunities.
• Discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort and Verizon Wireless.

What This Job Offers

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