Seam Weld

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, located in Camden, SC, is seeking a Seam Welder to perform manual welding on tank bodies and assist the Tank Fab Manager with related tasks. The role emphasizes quality inspection and adherence to safety and Lean manufacturing principles.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Expect to wear PPE and work on-site in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety, quality and procedure requirements.
• Inspect welds and ensure they meet standards.
• Support process improvement and address weld failures.
• Move tanks and participate in dry cycles.
• Maintain proper PPE and safe work practices.

Skills

Communication

Fast-paced

Interpersonal skills

Dependability

Follow instructions

Standing/walking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Job Description Summary

The Seam Welder will report to the Tank Fab Manager of the facility and have responsibilities for manual welding and inspection. In this role, the Seam Welder will perform welding on tank bodies to ensure the highest quality product is being delivered to our customers and perform other tasks and projects assigned by the Tank Fab Manager.

Position

Seam Weld

Location

USA, Camden, SC

How You'll Create Possibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety, quality, and procedure requirements noted in the applicable work instructions.
• Support projects to improve processes, gather data for analysis repairs and address weld failures.
• Operate in a LEAN manufacturing environment and provide feedback to management on resolution/ improvement ideas of current issues.
• Inspect all welds both after welding each unit and before loading onto the tank body line.
• Ensures that Seam Weld area’s organization and housekeeping,
• Performs welds and check machine parameters on tank bodies to ensure units are to standard.
• Performs other duties deemed necessary by the Tank Fab Manager and Zone Leaders.
• Identify quality issues and assist to resolution of issues with the production team.
• Proper communication in pre-shift and end-of-shift meetings, including accurate documentation. Must complete HR x HR on equipment and other forms as applicable led by ZL.
• Operate hand tools (manual and automatic) for occasional and extended periods of time such as grinders.
• Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods.
• Correctly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members and shift leadership.
• Verifies the seam weld is properly aligned, no holes, and fully penetrated through the seam.
• Moves tanks and rework to appropriate locations.
• Ensures all tank bodies are properly identified with correct markings and dates.
• Assist in running dry cycles and commit to making quality parts as a priority.
• Must wear proper PPE at all times and follow safety instructions, such as avoiding eye contact with weld beam.
• Supporting associates and supplementing the group’s labor force as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities that Tank Fab Manager may assign.

Required Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must possess the interpersonal skills to communicate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment effectively.
• Positive work ethic and attitude; willingness to learn and meet expectations of the various assignments.
• Dependability; demonstrate and maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to walk/stand throughout the entire shift without the need to sit down.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

Working Conditions

• Physical working conditions:
• Wear safety attire or proper PPE daily.
• Usually work indoors. All areas may not be temperature controlled.
• Physical demands of the position include: Bending, stooping, twisting, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling Handling and lifting of parts or materials – minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime on an as-needed basis.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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