LEER - Metal Fabrication and welders

LEER Group; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry is seeking entry-level mechanics for assembly and welding positions in Elkhart. You will perform various tasks related to production, including setting up and operating equipment, and ensuring quality standards are met. The role offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for growth, including a $500 retention bonus after 90 days.

Benefits

Competitive Pay with potential wage increase after 90 days

Ten paid holidays per year

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching

Paid Vacation after 1 year

Training and Development

$500 Retention bonus after 90 days

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Good hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assembles, refines, and welds metal parts using TIG welding processes.
• Repairs and inspects components for defects.
• Maintains a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Creativity

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Fabrication tools

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Assembles, refines, and welds in relation to the production or manufacture of various types of products. Follows exact manufacturing instructions indicating specified finish, style, and quality control requirements of product to be processed. Sets up, repairs, and operates equipment as needed. May inventory materials and supplies and report order needs to supervisor. May specialize in certain tasks.
  
  
  

Overall Responsibilities:

• Assembles, refines, and welds in relation to the production or manufacture of various types of products. Follows exact manufacturing instructions indicating specified finish, style, and quality control requirements of product to be processed. Sets up, repairs, and operates equipment as needed. May inventory materials and supplies and report order needs to supervisor. May specialize in certain tasks.
  
  
  

The Department Positions Include:

Welds

Assembly

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up equipment and Welds metal parts together using Tig welding processes.
• Performs related tasks such as cutting, grinding, bolting, or riveting.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and increases the size of metal parts.
• Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.
• Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding.
• Attends group meetings periodically to learn new or modified tasks.
• Examines welding components to detect defects.
• Perform various basic and skilled Manufacturing Production Labor tasks and processes to achieve a finished product. The tasks will vary depending on the position, skill level and experience.
• Uses air drills to fabricate, assemble and dissemble fiberglass and aluminum truck products
• Does light maintenance work to repair return items?
• Is cross-trained on and performs the duties of at least one other position within own department
• Cleans and washes finished truck products such as truck caps, by hand by using water and or cleaning solutions
• Inspects own work to identify defects, production errors, and quality issues and takes action to report and or correct/issues.
• Physically moves doors, rails, windows etc. from one production station to another and rotates the products to accommodate fabrication. This involves lifting, twisting, caring, and using various tools.
• Applies careful handling processes to avoid physical damage to the product
• Applies and follows all company safety polices including lockout, tag out, and other OSHA regulations
• Accurately pulls each product and assembles the parts to complete each order
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Diligence to maintain quality standards.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Accomplishes quality and organization mission by completing the duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Characteristics, Skills & Requirements:

• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self-starter capable of working both independently, as well as part of a team.
• Critical thinking, analysis, and creativity.
  
  
  

Educational and other requirements:

• High school diploma/GED
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience is preferred, but not required.
• Forklift experience plus
• Fabrication experience plus
• Equipment experiences plus
• Strong concern for producing quality results.
• Can work well in a team environment.
• Good hand-eye coordination
  
  
  

Amazing Benefits!! This includes:

• Competitive Pay with potential wage increase after the first 90 days of employment
• Ten paid holidays per year effective at the date of hire
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage, RX, Supplemental Life Insurance and company paid basic life insurance *(1st of the month after 30 days)*
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching (60 cents on the dollar 401 (K) match up to 5 percent of earnings) *after 30-days
• Paid Vacation after 1 year
• Training and Development
• $500 Retention bonus after 90 days
• Referral Bonus
• And Much More!
  
  
  

Apply in person or online

58288 Ventura Drive

Elkhart IN 46517

574-522-5337

• #INDWL1

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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