Wheel Balancer, Entry Level Welder

our team • Mason, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Wheel Balancer, you will work as a team to meet on time delivery and exceed customer satisfaction. The Wheel Balancer is a cross functional role responsible for the set-up of machines to meet product tolerances. Weight may be added with MIG welding or removed by grinding material off with angle grinders. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry level MIG welder or individual looking to learn MIG welding as a trade.

Requirements

• 1 year manufacturing environment
• 3-6 months experience MIG Welding
• Mechanical aptitude, able to use grinders and other hand tools
• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Technical mindset
• Strong attention to detail and quality, working within precise limits and/or standards of accuracy
• Overhead crane operation
• Basic math skills
• Forklift certification
• Read work order instructions, drawings, and specifications
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Self-driven, able to work independently, and as a team

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and adhere to core value of business
• Maintain general work areas and/or equipment used in a clean and orderly condition
• Ensure proper and effective operation of machine and tools throughout entire process. Report repairs and/or issues to team lead or supervisor
• Confirm material, sizes, and parts match job tickets
• Ensure all parts and surfaces are free from defects
• Able to self-monitor quality of own work, and report to lead or supervisor unusual, defective, or operating difficulties
• Complete all tasks and work within designed quality guidelines
• Accurately document work performed using company required documents and procedures
• Balance wheels based on sizes ranging from 12” O.D. to 36” O.D.
• Able to read job tickets, work orders, and instructions
• Coordinate staging and sequencing of parts, productions items, and product components
• Perform MIG welding operations to add material or angle grinders to remove excel weld and material to successfully balance wheel fan
• Accurately document work performed using company required documents and procedures
• Perform light maintenance on equipment, machines, and other devices used in the normal course of work performed
• Complete tasks as directed with minimum supervision
• Desire to do the right thing
• Team player, assisting other team members and departments as needed with other duties not routine to position
• Punctual, on time, ready to work designated shift, every day

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

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