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 >>Posting Details Position Information Posting Number Job Title Welding Instructor - Adjunct Faculty Pay Rate Job Category Adjunct Department ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY Position Summary Information Job Description Summary Adjunct instructor teaches courses within the welding curriculum. Classes will be day or evening at the Niles, Michigan, campus and may include MIG, TIG, or Stick welding. Required Qualifications Certified Welding Inspector/Certified Welding Educator or Certified Welder Preferred Qualifications Associates Degree in welding technology, certificate, or journeyman card Industry experience in welding Teaching Experience Other Information Essential Duties And Responsibilities Teach effectively and responsibly using a variety of Instructional Methods Be accessible to students and respond timely to their inquiries Grade assignments and course(s) in accordance with the College's Guidelines/timelines. Utilize the College's learning management system (Moodle) to post assignments, attendance, and Grades. Provide the department with student performance data that is required for regular outcomes assessment. Work comfortably and respectfully with diverse students and College Populations. The duties listed in this job description are not all-inclusive, but a list of the major responsibilities. Additional duties not noted in the job description may be assigned by a supervisor. All applicants must demonstrate the ability to promote active and collaborative learning through a variety of teaching methods, as well as relate to students. Excellent organization and communication skills as well as the demonstrated use of instructional technology are required. Special Instructions to Applicants Physical Requirements Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: The physical activity of this position. Climbing. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Crouching. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. Pulling. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The physical requirements of this position. Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision. The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures. The conditions the employee will be subject to in this position. The employee is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The employee is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. The employee is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. The employee is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. The employee is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. The employee is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The employee is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. The employee is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. Close Date 12/14/2025 Quicklink Reference Requests Reference Request Details Accept References Yes Minimum Requests 3 Maximum Requests 3 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Inside Higher Ed Chronicle of Higher Ed LinkedIn Twitter Facebook MI Talent MCCA Website The Ladders Indiana Career Connect Employee Referral SMC Website SMC Job Alert Email HigherEdJobs Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Curriculum Vitae Academic Transcripts Optional Documents
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.
