Spot Welder

Volvo Truck Center; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan matching

Safety and wellbeing focus

Volvo Group University

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a Spot Welder/Assembler to support Body-in-White manufacturing at the Kings Mountain Operations facility. You will perform spot and tack welding and assembly to produce truck cab structures, using fixtures, tools, and production equipment while upholding safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

You will set up, weld, inspect, and repair components, ensuring proper fit-up and weld location according to work instructions.

Qualifications

• 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 operation of equipment.
• Ability and willingness to perform spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly responsibilities throughout the shift.
• Ability and willingness to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and schedule changes as required to support business needs.
• Must adhere to Volvo policies (Code of Conduct, Civil Treatment, Shop Floor Standards, PPE, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform simple and complex spot-welding, tack-welding, and assembly operations.
• Assemble and weld components using fixtures, tooling, or production-line equipment.
• Position and secure components to maintain fit-up and weld location.
• Operate welding equipment and inspect welds to meet quality standards.
• Verify part quality and report nonconforming product according to procedures.

Skills

Math basics

Reading comprehension

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Welding training

Spot/Tack welding

Shift work

Policy adherence

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.

As a Spot Welder/Assembler supporting Body-in-White (BIW) manufacturing operations at the Kings Mountain Operations (KMO) facility, you will perform spot welding, tack welding, and assembly activities to produce truck cab structures and components. You will use welding equipment, fixtures, tools, and production equipment to assemble and weld components while meeting established safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency requirements. Spot welding, tack welding, and assembly are regular and essential functions of this position.

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.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

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.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.

Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.

Job Category: Production

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.