1st shift - Welders (Gaffney, SC)

Woodlandsmed; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 56,482,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Matching 401k

Job summary

Landrum Workforce Solutions in Gaffney, SC is seeking experienced TIG/MIG Welders for a 1st shift automotive exhaust manufacturing role. The position involves precision welding on thin-gauge stainless steel, with rework on weld defects and strict quality standards.

You'll perform TIG and MIG welding, follow drawings and specifications, and maintain a safe, clean work environment. Pay is $21 per hour, with 10-hour shifts over four days per week on a rotating schedule, plus benefits after

Qualifications

• Experience TIG and MIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and weld specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on automotive exhaust components.
• Perform minor rework on weld defects including burn-throughs, missed welds, cold welds.
• Maintain the same width and height of the original robot weld during rework.
• Follow engineering drawings and weld specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and identify defects requiring correction.
• Work with fixtures and understand part fit, gaps, fixture cleanliness, and fixture alignment impacts on weld quality.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Thin-gauge stainless steel

Heat control

Amperage control

Weld repair/rework

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Quality-focused

Reliable attendance

Job description

1st Shift - Welders

Job Description

We are seeking experienced TIG/MIG Welders to join a high-quality automotive manufacturing operation in Gaffney, South Carolina. This position involves precision welding and minor weld rework on thin-gauge stainless-steel exhaust components. The ideal candidate will have strong welding skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work with thin stainless steel while maintaining strict quality standards.

Summary

As a Welder, you will perform TIG and MIG welding and precision rework to meet strict quality and engineering requirements, supporting a fast-paced automotive exhaust manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on automotive exhaust components.
• Perform minor rework on weld defects, including:
  • Burn-throughs
  • Missed welds
  • Cold welds
• Maintain the same width and height of the original robot weld during rework.
• Follow engineering drawings and weld specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and identify defects requiring correction.
• Work with fixtures and understand how part fit, gaps, fixture cleanliness, and fixture alignment can impact weld quality.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

Rework Requirements

Rework must:

• Stay within the width and height of the robot weld.
• Follow the requirements of the drawing.
• Not add weld where the drawing does not call for it.
• Meet required quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous TIG and/or MIG welding experience
• Experience welding thin-gauge stainless steel
• Ability to control heat and amperage
• Experience performing weld repair or rework
• Ability to identify common weld defects
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow drawings and specifications
• Commitment to producing high-quality work
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred (Plus) Experience

• Automotive manufacturing
• Exhaust manufacturing
• Stainless-steel fabrication
• TIG welding
• MIG welding
• Robotic welding/rework
• High-volume manufacturing

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Rate: $21/hr Schedule: 1st shift (10-hour shifts, 4 days/week; rotating schedules).

Typical rotation includes:

• Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat (Optional Sun)
• Week 2: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
• Week 3: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat (Optional Sun)

After meeting the qualification requirements, employees are offered through Landrum: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance and matching 401k.

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