Laser Weld Operator - 2nd Shift

Worthington Industries; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision Day1

Retention bonus

Profit sharing

On-the-job training

Development opportunities

Job summary

Worthington Industries is seeking a manufacturing associate for the 1st shift to process customer orders and maintain a smooth material flow to production and packaging lines. You’ll move materials using forklift or crane, load coils onto reels, and oversee machine changeovers to support efficiency and quality.

The role requires basic math and writing skills, OSHA training is provided, and prior material handling experience is preferred for safe, reliable operation and growth potential within

Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of machine operation functions.
• Basic writing and math skills.
• Ability to read all measuring devices.
• Knowledge of hazard communication and hazard energy procedures.
• Ability to lead by example, coach, and train in basic machine setup and operation.
• Ability to make quality decisions for minor defects and select proper tooling for setups.
• Understanding of safety training and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform required quality checks and surface inspection of material.
• Six months of previous material handling experience or equivalent knowledge.
• Forklift and/or crane license.
• OSHA safety training provided.

Responsibilities

• Process customer orders in a timely manner.
• Ensure the timely flow of material, contributing to process efficiency.
• Move material to/from a machine using a forklift and/or crane safely and efficiently.
• Load coils onto payoff reels and transport processed material to the packaging line.
• Oversee order changeovers on regular orders and set up machines offline.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Safety procedures

Tools

Oracle system

Job description

Position Overview

TWB, a joint venture of Worthington Steel and BAO Steel Company, is a leading manufacturer of tailor welded blanks. This manufacturing role supports automotive production in a fast‑paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay of $20.13 per hour plus shift differential
• Paid holidays, effective Day1
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and other benefits, effective Day1
• Performance‑based pay increases
• On‑the‑job training (manufacturing experience required)
• Development and growth opportunities
• $2,500 retention bonus in the first year
• Quarterly profit sharing

Schedule

1st Shift – Continental: 5am–5pm
Work 48 hours one week and 36 hours the following week. The rotation is 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on / 2 days off, alternating weekly.Examples: 48‑hour week – work Monday&Tuesday, off Wednesday&Thursday, work FridaySaturday&Sunday (Sunday counted in the 36‑hour week). 36‑hour week – off Monday&Tuesday, work Wednesday&Thursday, off FridaySaturday&Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Process customer orders in a timely manner
• Ensure the timely flow of material, contributing to process efficiency
• Move material to/from a machine using a forklift and/or crane safely and efficiently
• Load coils onto payoff reels and transport processed material to the packaging line
• Oversee order changeovers on regular orders and set up machines offline
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of all functions of machine operation
• Computer knowledge – Oracle operating system
• Basic writing and math skills
• Ability to read all measuring devices
• Knowledge of hazard communication and hazard energy procedures
• Ability to lead by example, coach, and train in basic machine setup and operation
• Ability to make quality decisions for minor defects and select proper tooling for setups
• Understanding of safety training and procedures manuals
• Ability to perform required quality checks and surface inspection of material
• Six months of previous material handling experience or equivalent knowledge
• Forklift and/or crane license
• Required OSHA safety training provided