Spot Welder

Volvo Group; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Volvo Group University

Work-life programs

Job summary

Volvo Group in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a welding operator to set up and perform spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly operations in a manufacturing environment. You will assemble components, verify weld location, and ensure quality per process instructions.

You will operate welding equipment, inspect welds, report nonconformities, and perform repair/rework as needed, while following safety policies and maintaining a clean workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with basic mathematics and reading comprehension.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow process work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Basic understanding of industrial safety practices.
• Ability and willingness to complete welding training and demonstrate safe operation of welding equipment.
• Ability and willingness to perform spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly responsibilities.
• Ability and willingness to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and schedule changes as required.
• Must adhere to Volvo policies including Code of Conduct and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform simple and complex spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly operations.
• Assemble and weld components using fixtures, tooling, and equipment.
• Position and secure components to maintain proper fit and weld location.
• Follow approved process work instructions, weld requirements, quality standards, and production specs.
• Operate manual or automated spot-welding equipment as assigned.
• Perform tack-welding operations per instructions and quality requirements.
• Use hand/Power tools, clamps, fixtures, gauges, grinders, sanders, sealer equipment and other approved production equipment.
• Inspect welds and completed assemblies per instructions and quality requirements.
• Verify part quality and stop, contain, and report nonconforming product as per quality procedures.
• Identify and report missing, incomplete, misplaced, or unacceptable welds and other quality concerns.
• Perform approved repair and rework within training/qualification level.
• Use measurement tools to verify location, fit-up, and finished-product specs.
• Follow safety procedures, welding precautions, PPE requirements, and hazardous-waste handling practices.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean, safe, orderly condition.
• Support team objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Team Leader, Supervisor, and/or Manager.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Set up and perform simple and complex spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly operations.
• Assemble and weld components using bench fixtures, floor fixtures, tooling, or progressive manufacturing-line equipment.
• Position and secure components in fixtures to maintain proper fit-up, alignment, and weld location.
• Perform work in accordance with approved process work instructions, weld requirements, quality standards, and production specifications.
• Operate manual or automated spot-welding equipment as appropriate for the assigned production area.
• Perform tack-welding operations in accordance with approved work instructions and quality requirements.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, clamps, fixtures, gauges, grinders, sanders, sealer equipment, and other approved production equipment.
• Inspect welds and completed assemblies according to applicable inspection instructions and quality requirements.
• Verify part quality and immediately stop, contain, and report nonconforming product in accordance with established quality procedures.
• Identify and report missing, incomplete, misplaced, or unacceptable welds and other product-quality concerns.
• Perform approved repair and rework activities within the employee’s training and qualification level.
• Use measurement and inspection tools to verify component location, fit-up, and finished-product requirements.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, welding precautions, personal protective equipment requirements, and hazardous-waste handling practices.
• Maintain equipment and the assigned work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Support team objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Team Leader, Supervisor, and/or Manager.

Required Qualifications (Education, Skills, & Experience)

• High school diploma or GED with basic mathematics skills and reading comprehension.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow process work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Basic understanding of industrial safety practices.
• Ability and willingness to complete required welding training and demonstrate safe, acceptable equipment operation.
• Ability and willingness to perform spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly responsibilities throughout the assigned shift.
• Ability and willingness to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and schedule changes as required to support business needs.
• Must adhere to all Volvo policies, including but not limited to: Code of Conduct, Civil Treatment, Shop Floor Standards, PPE requirements, and more.

Preferred Qualifications (if Applicable)

• Manufacturing, assembly, welding, or related production experience is preferred but not required.
• Previous spot-welding and/or tack-welding experience is preferred; however, qualified candidates without welding experience will be considered and provided training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, lift, push, pull, and handle components and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or approved lifting devices.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, vibration, and moving equipment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, welding PPE, gloves, and safety footwear.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and perform essential job functions safely and effectively.

Work Environment/Conditions

• Regular exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and occasional exposure to fumes, dust, or extreme temperatures.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching.
• Schedule may include early morning, evening, or weekend shifts based on production needs. Overtime may be required during high volume periods.
• May be designated as essential personnel during plant operational disruptions, planned shutdowns, or emergencies.

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $17.50 - $21.62/ hour, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

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