Friction Welding Machine Operator - Flexible Day Shift

Rite Corporation; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance: HDHP and PPO

HSA

Dental insurance

Flexible working schedule

Life insurance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Short term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

EV charging station

Job summary

MTI, Manufacturing Technology, Inc., is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in South Bend, IN. The role focuses on operating friction welding machines within the Manufacturing Services division to produce parts for aerospace, automotive, and other industries.

The ideal candidate will have basic math, blueprint reading, and tooling experience, with a strong emphasis on quality and safety. This is a first-shift, Monday–Friday hourly position with opportunities to train and grow.

Qualifications

• Basic math and measurement skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret part prints.
• Experience with hand tools and common measurement devices.

Responsibilities

• Start, load and unload pieces; secure work pieces and monitor operation.
• Maintain welders and related machines; replace worn parts as needed.
• Set up and run fixture changes and machine controls.
• Inspect welded parts with gauges and calipers to ensure tolerances.
• Set up and run R&D sample jobs; support lean initiatives.
• Operate lift truck to move parts between areas.
• Record inventory and document activities for customers.
• Communicate with team and supervisors to coordinate work.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprints

Dial indicators

Calipers

Height gauges

Micrometers

Training others

Teamwork

Professional standards

Education

High School education or equivalent years of service

Job description

MTI, Manufacturing Technology, Inc., is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in South Bend, IN. The role focuses on operating friction welding machines within the Manufacturing Services division to produce parts for aerospace, automotive, and other industries.

The ideal candidate will have basic math, blueprint reading, and tooling experience, with a strong emphasis on quality and safety. This is a first-shift, Monday–Friday hourly position with opportunities to train and grow.