Weld Technician I — 2nd Shift (ESOP + Benefits)

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC; Spartanburg, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401k Match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Incentive program

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a skilled technician to support automated welding cells, perform setup, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance in Spartanburg, SC. The role includes mentoring trainees, changing weld tips, and ensuring safety and quality across cell operations.

Ideal candidates will have welding-related training, basic robotics understanding, and proficient use of hand tools and measurement devices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow work instructions.
• Industrial truck and aerial platform licenses.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Successful completion of Weld Tech curriculum.
• Probationary period completion and qualification card.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures while servicing or maintaining welding equipment.
• Mentor Weld Technician trainees and support training.
• Perform welding cell setup, changes, and preventive maintenance.
• Execute tool and fixture changes and gun maintenance.
• Troubleshoot welding/robotic systems and adjust sensors as needed.
• Operate and document in Plex directory and work orders.
• Assist with changeovers between cells and maintain quality standards.

Skills

English communication

Hand tools proficiency

Multimeter use

Robotics basics

GMAW welding knowledge

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Weld Tech curriculum

Tools

Plex

Microsoft Office

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a skilled technician to support automated welding cells, perform setup, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance in Spartanburg, SC. The role includes mentoring trainees, changing weld tips, and ensuring safety and quality across cell operations.

Ideal candidates will have welding-related training, basic robotics understanding, and proficient use of hand tools and measurement devices.