Job Title: Welding Operator Reports To: Production Supervisor

Department: Production Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: $17-20 Shift: 6:30am-2:30pm

Position Summary:

Operate welding machines that join or bond together components to fabricate metal products or assemblies, according to specifications. Operators are responsible for achieving the set standard rate on the rate board while complying with the standardized operating procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Log into and out of jobs on computer system.

· Perform welding operations following general instructions and according to established shop practices.

· Load work piece onto weld fixture and cycle machine to join or bond components.

· Observe and listen to welding machine and its gauges to ensure welding process meets specifications.

· Press palm buttons to activate the welding process.

· Examine metal product or assemblies to ensure specifications are met.

· Correctly identify and handle non-conforming products.

· Correctly handle finished products and corresponding documentation.

· Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning, oiling and lubricating machines. (Electrodes, Pins, Weld gun tips)

· Check machine operation and report faults to leader/supervisor.

· Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work process,

· May assist in the training of other employees as indicated.

· Participate in continuous improvement and assist in its implementation on an ongoing basis.

· Keep work area clean and well organized in a 5S manner.

· Maintain safety standards in the workplace.

· Ensure Quality in the workplace.

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 years of experience in manufacturing preferred

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge: Basic knowledge of quality control, cost reduction, materials and production processes; Basic knowledge of welding operation; English (grammar, language), Math.

Skills: Good communication skills.

Abilities: Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions; 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 work independently and make independent decisions.

Training Requirements:

1. General Safety.

2. Quality System Awareness and Procedures.

3. Standardized Operating Procedures

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: The position is in the factory and involves walking, standing for long periods of time throughout the day. It requires being able to lift up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 75 pounds. Involve continuous or repetitive arm-hand movements while operating a machine. Stooping/bending/twisting is required on regular basis. Fast-paced environment, usually work standard 40-hour weeks, but overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.

Work Environments: Work performed in a shop environment and regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise. It requires wearing personal protective or safety equipment. Noise level is frequently loud (90 dbA). The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. Requires working in non-air-conditioned variable temperature factory setting. Employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing (excluding THC), pre-employment physical and background checks.

GNS North America is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 10 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Holland, MI 49424: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person