Weld Mechanic II: Journeyperson

Challenge Mfg. Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values employee ownership and operational excellence in the automotive industry. As a Weld Maintenance Mechanic, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the functionality of our production machinery. Your expertise in machine repair, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and robotics will be essential as you mentor junior mechanics and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that prioritizes safety, quality, and innovation. With a comprehensive benefits package, including an ESOP program, you can grow your career while sharing in the company's success.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus Program

Short-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of machine repair experience required.
• Intermediate knowledge of welding and robotic processes needed.
• Must have valid forklift and scissor lift licenses.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, and repair production machinery and tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot machines.
• Mentor and coach junior maintenance mechanics.

Skills

Machine Repair

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

Robotics Knowledge

Welding Knowledge

Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Microsoft Applications

Preventative Maintenance

Conflict Resolution

Team Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Welders

Forklift

Scissor Lift

Hydraulic Jack

Drill Presses

Job description

Who We Are:

Challenge’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.

Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success!

Together we own Safety! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

Who We Want:

Responsible for inspection, installation and repair of machines used for production and within the tool room and maintenance machining areas. In addition, build and re-build equipment for various manufacturing needs.

What You'll Do:

• Ability to perform all tasks as required for a Weld Maintenance Mechanic I.
• Mentor and follow specified maintenance and repair procedures to install, maintain, and repair production machinery and tools.
• Electrically troubleshoot issues using a meter.
• Intermediate level mechanical troubleshooting skillset with robotics and welding equipment (troubleshoot / repair components, replace faulty components /equipment, etc.).
• Intermediate robotic experience (robot movements, navigate/troubleshoot utilizing teach pendant, edit/modify programs via teach pendant).
• Intermediate welding knowledge and processes (MIG, Spot, Stud, etc.).
• Use the following equipment safely: Intermediate Level
  • Hand Tools
  • Hand and Surface Grinders
  • Torches
  • Hydraulic Jack
  • Welders
  • Scissor Lift
  • Boom lift
  • Forklift
  • Drill Presses
• Intermediate troubleshooting of both welding equipment and systems.
• Intermediate knowledge/troubleshooting of lubrication processes (correct type, function, when to use, etc.).
• Provide coaching and direction to Weld Maintenance Mechanics Level I.
• Proactively participate in continuous improvement efforts and drive process, tooling, and equipment enhancements that will improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance and provide input on updates to preventative maintenance schedules.
• Basic understanding of shims (understand shim logs, nominal shim count) and make shim adjustments (with the guidance of a Weld Maintenance Mechanic level III or Manufacturing Engineer).

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM M-F position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC.

What You Need to Have:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (e.g. word, excel, outlook, etc.).
• Minimum of five (5) years of Machine Repair experience.
• Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics experience.
• Intermediate Knowledge of relevant robotic controls and processes.
• Has high standards of performance for self. Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.
• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress. Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.
• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.
• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow. Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.
• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities. Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.
• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.
• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.
• Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shift.
• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely.
• Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructions.
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday.
• Able to prioritize tasks.
• Valid forklift license issued by Challenge Manufacturing.
• Valid Scissor Lift license issued by Challenge Manufacturing.
• Steel-toed shoes required onsite.

What We Offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.