Job Overview: Silver Creek Manufacturing produces high-quality stampings and assemblies for the automotive, furniture, and military industries. We are IATF16949 certified, growing, and looking for motivated individuals to join our positive team environment. We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with employer match, PTO, and paid holidays. Silver Creek Manufacturing is seeking a versatile individual for the production floor. This is a third shift position, 4 - 10-hour workdays, Sunday through Thursday. Responsibilities will include: • Complete production welding as instructed. • Ensure all welding work meets industry codes and standards. • Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy. • Support production by operating a press, operate assembly equipment such as spot welders and drill presses or light assembly work. • Maintain a clean and organized work area. • Complete required paperwork for all work procedures. • Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines. • Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines. Qualifications: • Welding experience preferred but not necessary. Training available. • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision. • Ability to drive forklift. • Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, responsible and have excellent attendance. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Overview: Silver Creek Manufacturing produces high-quality stampings and assemblies for the automotive, furniture, and military industries. We are IATF16949 certified, growing, and looking for motivated individuals to join our positive, team environment. We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with employer match, paid vacation and paid holidays. Silver Creek Manufacturing is seeking a versatile individual for the production floor. This is a first shift position, 4 - 10-hour workdays, Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities will include: • Complete production welding as instructed and use various welding techniques to assemble components. • Ensure all welding work meets industry codes and standards. • Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy. • Support production by operating a press, operate assembly equipment such as spot welders and drill presses or light assembly work. • Meets or exceeds standard production rates for each job. • Perform periodic quality checks of work produced. • Maintain a clean and organized work area. • Complete required paperwork for all work procedures. • Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines. • Adhere to safety protocols, guidelines and company policies. • Perform all other duties or tasks as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications: • Welding experience preferred but not necessary. Training available. • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision. • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. • Ability to drive forklift. • Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, responsible and have excellent attendance. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent teamwork and communication skills. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Profit sharing • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Position Summary: Creates quality welds according to product specification and blueprints. Resolves problems and notifies supervisor of deficiencies and issues regarding completion. Essential Responsibilities: • Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols). • Inspect welds for accuracy. • Set up equipment and weld parts together using TIG, MIG arc welding processes. • Change wire, welding, as needed; Change gas tanks, as needed • Responsible for the proper stacking, identifying and moving of all finished products to the proper location. • Ensure all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use. • Performs first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required by RMF standards. • Monitor equipment and request maintenance when required. • Perform simple maintenance and repair as required • Grinding and DA of parts welded • Continuous improvement, quality, and safety Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and Experience: • High school diploma or GED preferred • 1 year experience on stainless steel and carbon steel • 1 year experience interpreting blueprints Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge: Knowledge of weld materials, production processes, machines, hardware, and assembly tools; Ability to read and interpret blueprints and layouts when needed. Ability to work at a quick pace while maintaining quality and safety standards. Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Good computer skills. Abilities: Ability to accurately prepare documents, production sheets and other reports and related paperwork as required by our procedures; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints; Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion; Ability to apply principles of logical thinking of a wide range of practical problems; Ability to work independently and make independent decisions. Physical Demands & Work Environment: The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. Work might entail significant time spent standing, exposure to extreme temperatures, enduring distracting/uncomfortable sounds and noise levels, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Employee may be required to climb stairs as needed to access various areas of the building. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays. Work Environments: Job requires dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical and background checks.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Norton Shores, MI, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a significant demand for new professionals due to an aging workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a steady growth in the welding sector, with median annual earnings for welders exceeding $45,000. In Norton Shores, MI, welders can earn an average of $1,875 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Technical schools, community colleges, and industry programs offer pathways to certification, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
