Assembly & Welding Technician Lead

Minth North America, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Minth Metal Alabama, LLC in Gadsden, AL is hiring a Production Shift Leader (Assembly & Welding Technician) to weld and assemble cabinet structures per drawings, ensuring weld quality and process compliance.

You will read engineering drawings, operate welding equipment, perform self-inspection, maintain equipment, and uphold safety, 5S standards, and material flow. This is a full-time role supporting Minth's growing campus in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant industrial experience.
• Familiar with steel welding processes.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment and carry out welding and assembly work.
• Read engineering drawings and execute the assigned process accordingly.
• Perform self-inspection and confirm weld and assembly quality.
• Carry out daily maintenance and servicing of the equipment in use.
• Maintain site safety and 5S, and manage material flow at the workstation.
• Follow all safety, environmental and quality requirements, and report hazards, injuries and near-misses immediately.

Skills

Industrial experience

Welding processes

Reading drawings

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Production Shift Leader (Assembly & Welding Technician)

Welds and assembles cabinet structures and sub-assemblies to drawing, holding the weld quality the product depends on.

Full Time

• Manufacturing
• Production - Welding
• Minth Metal Alabama, LLC, Gadsden, AL
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)

Key Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment and carry out welding and assembly work.
• Read engineering drawings and execute the assigned process accordingly.
• Perform self-inspection and confirm weld and assembly quality.
• Carry out daily maintenance and servicing of the equipment in use.
• Maintain site safety and 5S, and manage material flow at the workstation.
• Follow all safety, environmental and quality requirements, and report hazards, injuries and near-misses immediately.

Requirements

• Three years of relevant industrial experience.
• Familiar with steel welding processes.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Required License / Qualification

• Current welder certification (AWS or equivalent).

KEY TO BEING SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE

• A strong safety mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, read and follow engineering drawings and work instructions, and solve problems on the spot.
• Good teamwork and communication skills in a multicultural team.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, processes and technology as the campus grows.
• Dependable attendance and a sense of ownership for quality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Stand and walk for most of the shift on hard surfaces; bend, reach, stoop and use hands and fingers repetitively.
• Regularly lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs; heavier loads with a mechanical aid or team lift.
• Close visual acuity to read drawings, work instructions and gauges and to check work quality.
• Manufacturing environment with noise, heat, dust, metal fumes, moving equipment and overhead cranes or forklift traffic; hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, safety footwear and other PPE are required.
• Machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO) and hazard communication training are provided and required before performing or supervising work on equipment.
• Exposure to welding arc light, spatter, hot surfaces and welding fumes; welding PPE, and respiratory protection where required (with medical clearance and fit testing).
• Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WHY WORK FOR MINTH?

• International development platform – Be part of a global automotive supplier with 78 plants worldwide and a regional North American headquarters in Wixom, Michigan.
• Ground-floor opportunity – Help build and launch Minth's newest campus. A $430 million investment on about 400 acres at the former Gulf States Steel site in Gadsden, Alabama, expected to create more than 1,300 jobs and to be Minth's largest campus to date, with production expected to begin in 2027.
• Dynamic and efficient team – Work with experienced colleagues from Minth's worldwide operations and neighbors from the Gadsden community who are building something new together.
• All-round personal improvement – Build skills on modern equipment and processes in plastic and aluminum automotive components, with room to grow as the campus expands in phases.
• Diversified working atmosphere – A multicultural, multinational workplace where different backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
• Rooted in Gadsden – Join an employer that chose Gadsden for its manufacturing heritage, established industrial environment and skilled workforce, and that is committed to technological innovation, sustainable manufacturing and growing with the local community.
• Competitive compensation package – Competitive pay and benefits for a full-time, stable manufacturing career.

Minth Metal Alabama, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 and over), disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Minth provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, for pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in the application process and in performing the essential functions of the job. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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