Repair Weld Operator 1st Shift - Assembly

GEDIA North America; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401k

Paid time off

Holidays

Short term disability

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

GEDIA North America in Dalton, GA, is seeking Repair Weld Operators to support our Tier 1 manufacturing operations. You will perform manual weld repairs and operate robotic laser and assembly cells as part of a growing team, contributing to quality before full production.

The ideal candidate has a welding degree, recent welding experience, and the flexibility to assist multiple departments as workloads shift. We offer comprehensive benefits and a collaborative, long-term career path.

Qualifications

• Welding degree from an accredited institution.
• Complete two welding qualification tests: Visual welding test and Cut and etch test.
• Recent welding experience within the last year.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Must be flexible and willing to support multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual weld repairs on assemblies.
• Operate and manage robotic laser and assembly cells.
• Support additional production activities before full production ramp-up, including fabrication, tooling support, maintenance collaboration, building wraps/racks, and running assembly cells.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Welding degree

Tools

Robotic laser operation

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking Repair Weld Operators for our new and growing Tier 1 supply company in Dalton, GA!

The right candidate will be an energetic team player who is interested in becoming an expert and growing within our company for a long term and satisfying career. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality by performing manual weld repairs prior to full production and supporting several key production functions.

GEDIA Georgia offers competitive pay and benefits including health care, 401k, holidays, paid time off, short term disability, paid paternity leave, and an exceptional place to work. We are a multicultural organization that is growing and looking for people who want to be part of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual weld repairs on assemblies.
• Operate and manage robotic laser and assembly cells.
• Support additional production activities as needed before full production ramp-up, including:
  • Assisting fabrication
  • Production tooling support
  • Working with maintenance when required
  • Building wraps and racks
  • Running assembly cells, lasers, and off‑stacking for the press
• Maintain flexibility in daily tasks based on production priorities.
• Train future Repair Weld Operators as the department grows.
• Quick quality check
• Quality control documentation and implementation
• Transport materials throughout the plant.
• Assist changing the weldingdevices
• Maintain cleanliness on laser machine and work area

Required Qualifications

• Welding degree from an accredited institution.
• Successfully complete and passtwo welding qualification tests:
  • Visual welding test
  • Cut and etch test
• Recent welding experience (must have held a welding-related job within the last year).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Must be flexible.
• Willingness to assist other departments and adapt to shifting workloads.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a typical manufacturing environment.
• Requires frequent visual focus and sustained attention.
• Ability to move throughout the plant, including upper‑level areas.
• Must be able to distinguish colors for repair tasks.
• Ability to lift up to40 pounds.

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