Laser Weld Operator (Night Shift)

Job Description

TWB, Tailor Welded Blanks, is a joint venture of Worthington Steel and BAO Steel Company. The company developed the tailor welded blank market and has been the leading manufacturer of tailor welded products in North America for over 30 years. We support just in time production and services to the automotive industry, making vehicles stronger and lighter which also makes them safer and more fuel efficient! TWB is committed to a long-standing philosophy rooted in the Golden Rule and takes pride in the accomplishments of our team members in facilities across Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Canada, and Mexico. Fun Fact - TWB is the largest purchaser of flat-rolled steel behind the automakers and our steel can be found in over 50% of US cars. Sounds cool right? It gets better, we operate under the guiding principles of The Golden Rule - treating others the way we want to be treated.

Still Wondering Why You Should Join Our Team?

This is an entry level position! We have on the job training, no experience required. Join TWB today and kick start your career!

Our teams work 12-hour shifts.

If you're still wondering why, you should join our team, here's a quick list of reasons:

• Starting Pay $21.46/hour
• Paid Holidays - Starting on Day 1
• $1,500 Retention bonus within first year
• Performance-based pay increases
• Access to our very generous benefits package on Day 1
• Quarterly profit sharing: your hard work pays off!
• Overtime is paid at time and a half and Double time starts after 48 hours.
• 401k retirement plan with company contribution and employee match.
• Education assistance
• Employee development, training with room for growth opportunities

The Laser Weld Operator safely operates assigned equipment to meet quality, productivity, and customer delivery expectations. This role supports material flow, machine setup and changeovers, product inspections, troubleshooting, and escalation of machine or quality concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Operate assigned equipment and support timely customer order processing.
• Maintain efficient material flow to support production.
• Complete machine setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting.
• Inspect material, identify defects, complete required quality checks, tag product accurately, and appropriately escalate defects.
• Perform physical, repetitive work, including standing up to 12 hours per day and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Communicate clearly, document information legibly, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with machine operation, setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting preferred.
• Computer knowledge, including Oracle operating system experience, preferred.
• Basic math and writing skills required.
• Ability to read measuring devices.
• Knowledge of hazard communication and hazardous energy control procedures (e.g. Lock Out Try Out).
• Ability to lead by example and coach or train others on basic machine setup and operation.
• Willingness to operate a forklift once trained.
• Six months of previous material handling experience or equivalent knowledge preferred.
• Required OSHA safety training will be provided.