1st Shift Welder — Hands-On Fabrication & Growth

ITW; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is seeking a Welder for 1st shift in Charlotte, NC. The role performs basic welding to meet quality specifications efficiently and safely, supporting daily production goals.

You will operate welding equipment, regulate current and voltage, select appropriate rods/wires, and collaborate with team members to maintain productivity and a culture of respect and integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Tack Welding experience preferred.
• Experience in use of hand tools, including battery powered hand tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Manufacturing experience highly preferred (setup, operate, and knowledge of preventative maintenance).
• Focus on quality control.
• Clear ability to communicate & instruct on welding assembly.
• Team player – able to collaborate with colleagues.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs ordinary and repetitive hand welding operations.
• Operates Welding equipment, regulates current and voltage for proper fusion of metals.
• Selects size and type of rod or wire appropriate for metal and welding application.
• Makes decisions consistent with priorities set forth by Production Manager or Plant Manager.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as needed for daily production goals.
• Follows all safety policies, rules, and best practices.
• Facilitates learning/training through a variety of delivery methods including hands-on, and one-on-one to welders of varying skill levels.
• Ability to communicate the process of welding plates in alignment with your current position title.
• Tests and troubleshoots production line units.
• Reviews present equipment, production procedures and makes recommendations that may improve productivity and reduce operation cost.
• Communicates all issues to Production Manager or Plant Manager to obtain additional resources, or resolutions.
• Prioritizes and maintains workflow and ensures use of proper tools and materials.
• Interacts with teammates to resolve problems that interfere with productivity and our culture of respect, trust, and integrity.
• Documents actions by completing quality assurance forms consistently and accurately.
• Accurately reports daily production.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Tack Welding experience

Quality focus

Communication/instruction

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Battery powered hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Job description

ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is seeking a Welder for 1st shift in Charlotte, NC. The role performs basic welding to meet quality specifications efficiently and safely, supporting daily production goals.

You will operate welding equipment, regulate current and voltage, select appropriate rods/wires, and collaborate with team members to maintain productivity and a culture of respect and integrity.