HOP - Production Welder

Martinrea; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinrea International Inc. in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a skilled Welder Inspector to produce quality parts in a safe, efficient environment.

You will perform weld inspections, execute manual weld rework, and follow work instructions to meet production quotas while documenting results. The role requires weld certification, excellent attendance, and the ability to interact professionally with the management team to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Must hold welding certification.
• Excellent attendance is required.
• Ability to interact with management in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform weld inspection of parts and distinguish a good weld from a defective weld.
• Perform manual weld rework as needed.
• Solve automation problems as they arise (e.g. weld tip changes, panel resets).
• Follow work instructions and verbal directions to meet production quotas.
• Ensure only quality parts pass to next operation; notify supervisor of quality issues.

Skills

Weld certification

Job description

Job Summary: To produce a quality product in a safe and efficient manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Weld certification

Critical Success Factors:

• Excellent attendance
• Ability to interact with Management Team in a professional manner to continually enhance the company's performance
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with minimum directions
• Successful completion of Martinrea International's Orientation Program

Responsibilities:

• Perform weld inspection of parts and distinguish a good weld from a defective weld
• Perform manual weld rework as needed
• Solve automation problems as they arise (i.e. weld tip changes, panel resets)
• Follow work instructions and verbal directions to meet targeted production quotas
• Ensure that only quality parts are passed onto the next operation, notify supervisor of quality related problems immediately
• Complete all necessary documentation (production reports, quality alerts etc.) correctly and in a timely manner. Ask for assistance as required
• Abide by all company polices including, but not limited to the following; Health and safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human resources policies, and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Understand and be compliant with all State and Provincial laws as it relates to Harassment and Violence in the workplace
• Competency Level of understanding of the processes and functions as they relate to the position as determined by the leadership team

Working Conditions

• Working in a factory environment
• Frequent distractions and interruptions
• Multiple demands in a challenging and fast paced-team orientated environment
• PPE required on the plant floor

Effort/Physical Demands

• Constant standing with occasional bending
• Noisy environment
• Constant communication with employees, peers and management
• Possible use of computer and dispatch radio
• Overtime as requiredRepetitive Lifting as required
• Use of welding helmet
• Constant head and neck movement

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company (Proper PPE)
• Must report all accidents and near misses to Group Leader

Back-up Duties:

• Perform other duties as required

Martinrea International Inc. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please notify us if you are contacted for a job interview

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.