Senior Welder

Position: Senior Welder
Location: Asheville, NC – 28803
Duration: 8 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.

Summary

The Senior Welder is responsible for assembling and welding metal components using resistance spot welding techniques while ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards. This role involves operating fabrication equipment, inspecting products, and supporting production efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Select, position, and assemble metal components using fixtures and layouts.
• Perform resistance spot welding to meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect welded parts for defects and ensure proper tolerances using measuring tools.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as deburrers, brake press, drill press, punch press, and NC turret press.
• Adjust welding parameters including welding arms, tips, temperature, and timing settings.
• Perform metal finishing tasks such as grinding, polishing, bending, and cutting.
• Move materials between workstations and support production flow.
• Maintain records of production output and setup times.
• Perform routine maintenance checks to ensure equipment functionality.
• Follow all safety procedures, ISO standards, and quality guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with team members and support cross-functional operations.
• Train and mentor new employees as needed.
• Utilize basic computer systems for documentation and training activities.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Hands-on welding experience (required).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, part numbers, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills or willingness to learn.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, reaching).
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• 3–6 months of manufacturing or fabrication experience.
• Experience with metal fabrication equipment and welding processes.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality-controlled environments.
• Experience in metal finishing and repair processes.
• Exposure to continuous improvement or lean manufacturing practices.

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TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40