Spot Welding Operator II

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Spot-Welding Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for fabricating and repairing metal components using advanced welding techniques. You will interpret blueprints and specifications to ensure quality and precision in your work. The company offers a supportive environment where safety and collaboration are key values, along with a range of benefits including health coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. If you are passionate about manufacturing and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Coverage

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Investment Plan

Education Support Program

Safety Eyeglasses/Shoe Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Bonus Plan for Full-Time Employees

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient in operating assigned welding equipment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment to fabricate and repair metal components.
• Inspect completed welds for structural soundness and quality.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety regulations.

Skills

Welding Techniques

Blueprint Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Equipment Operation

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Welding Equipment

Precision Measuring Tools

Disc Grinder

Job description

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Spot-Welding Operator to join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process. Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ignites torches or starts power supplies and strikes arcs by torching metals being welded to complete electrical circuits
2. Programs the equipment and changes tips
3. Clamps, holds, grinds, or bolts components parts to obtain the required configuration for welding
4. Examines work pieces for defects and measures work pieces to ensure conformance with specifications
5. Detects faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notifies supervisor
6. Positions parts in specified locations using a variety of fastening devices and/or other sub-components
7. Determines the appropriate tools and equipment required for the job
8. Uses disc grinder to smooth out, weld or grind part prior to welding
9. Repairs broken or cracked parts and prepares surfaces
10. Operates lift equipment as needed
11. Uses precision measuring tools as required
12. Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations
13. Completes all necessary paperwork as required, including in process or carbon copy production sheets

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1+ years’ experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting preferred
2. Produce a quality part to required specifications in a reasonable amount of time
3. Quickly and repeatedly adjust tool and machine controls to exact positions and settings
4. Be proficient in operating assigned welding equipment successfully as required and with minimal supervision
5. Use measuring tools as required
6. Read and understand Blueprints

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• M-F; 7:00AM - 3:30PM

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

CADREX’S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.