Automotive MIG Welder — Production Specialist

Magna International; Liberty Township (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k)

Profit Sharing (eligibility)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage

Job summary

Magna International, Cosma International division, is hiring a Production Welder in Liberty, MO. This hands-on role performs MIG welding and weld inspections in a fast-paced automotive environment.

You will troubleshoot defects, operate grinders, and maintain tooling while following strict work instructions. The position offers benefits starting Day One, a schedule with rotating shifts, and opportunities to contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass welding competency tests.
• Experience with MIG welding required.
• Experience with MIG braze, ARC welding, TIG welding, and plasma cutting preferred.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, grinders, and powered equipment.
• Basic OSHA and workplace safety knowledge preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a production environment.
• Manufacturing or automotive production experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and MIG braze welding on automotive components.
• Inspect welds and finished parts to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct weld defects when necessary.
• Operate grinders, scrapers, and other powered equipment used in welding operations.
• Monitor welding equipment and perform minor adjustments and repairs.
• Change weld tips, wire spools, and clean nozzles to maintain weld quality and equipment performance.
• Follow standardized work instructions and production requirements.
• Maintain documentation related to production, scrap, and rework.
• Support safety, quality, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with production leadership to achieve daily production goals.

Skills

MIG welding

Weld quality inspection

Troubleshooting weld defects

Independent decision‑making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grinders

Scrapers

Hand tools

Powered equipment

Job description

Magna International, Cosma International division, is hiring a Production Welder in Liberty, MO. This hands-on role performs MIG welding and weld inspections in a fast-paced automotive environment.

You will troubleshoot defects, operate grinders, and maintain tooling while following strict work instructions. The position offers benefits starting Day One, a schedule with rotating shifts, and opportunities to contribute to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.