Job Title: Welder – Niles Plants Reports to: Shift Supervisor FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Schedule: Monday through Thursday (4:00a to 2:00p or 2:00p – 12:00a) $3.00 Shift premium for 2nd shift; extended hours may be required to support business needs Job Summary: Employees perform all welding and related tasks involved in the production support processes at Modineer Company. This position may only involve welding up to 75% of the time. Job duties also include design and fabrication of specialized part hanging racks. Daily duties include set-up and operation of fixtures, grinders, and other machines. Various other related duties may be assigned. Employees must follow standard work instructions and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Primary duties and responsibilities: • Read and understand work instructions • Load and unload parts • Change weld tips, nozzles, and maintain equipment. • Wear appropriate PPE • Perform product quality checks in accordance with work instructions • Design efficient hanging solutions per company specifications • Use small hand-held tools to make minor adjustments to parts • Read and understand measurement devices • Assemble loose parts into a jig fixture • Weld per print specifications • Handle/lift/push/pull up to fifty (50) lbs. (wire spools / parts) on a repetitive basis Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge: • Must be able to use small hand tools, grinders, sanders, etc. • Must be able to accurately complete all required Modineer production system documentation such as production reports, inspection reports, etc. • Must be able to pass written and practical weld evaluations • Must pass an eye exam (with or without corrective lenses) Physical environment/working conditions: The position is in the factory and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day Other: Must be able to work as part of a team.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Niles, MI, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed across the United States, with Niles offering numerous entry points for new welders. The median salary for welders is around $45,190 per year, with experienced professionals earning significantly more. Apprenticeships and vocational training programs, supported by organizations like the American Welding Society, help aspiring welders gain the necessary skills and certifications, leading to a stable career with competitive wages and opportunities for advancement.
