Welder

Tenneco; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive manufacturing sector is seeking an entry-level Welder for the Marshall facility. This role involves applying welding processes to exhaust pipe components, ensuring specifications are met while working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will participate in a team-based setting and undergo necessary certification training within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand work orders and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of two welding processes preferred.
• Good visual ability and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Produce welds on thin metals and inspect welds for quality.
• Perform safety checks and maintenance on welding equipment.
• Work within acceptable safety and productivity standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Mechanical Skills

Education

Tenneco Welding Certification

Minimum of 1 year in manufacturing environment

3+ years Automotive experience (preferred)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Apply appropriate welding process to meet specifications, inspect and repair welds as needed to support the production and assembly of exhaust pipe components. Perform as an active team member in performing other tasks within the cell. Participate in cell level BOS meetings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce welds on thin metals and be able to identify welds that meet or exceed specification minimums, and welds that are discrepant.
• Handle materials and tools, set-up complete appropriate weld processes and inspect all welds and products to assure weld specifications are met. This includes doing disposition of product that does not meet weld specifications and notifying the appropriate authority when defects are noted. In cases of more than a series of three product are defective the welder must inform the appropriate authority.
• Properly store all product on racks, containers, or other designated storage.
• Perform as a team member of a cellular operating group, which requires the ability to learn, perform, and rotate to other workstations within the cell.
• Perform the above within acceptable quality, quantity, performance, and safety standards.
• Perform safety checks and preventative maintenance on welding equipment to assure good, safe working conditions and complete daily forms.
• Apply appropriate welding process to weld and repair welds on parts per specifications.
• Employee must perform his/her job within acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks, and applicable work instructions.
  
  

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtain supplies and parts required doing the job and performing proper PM’s to weld unit.
• Inspect all welds to assure each meets quality standards, troubleshoot problems, and make adjustments as needed.
• Assist other employees in cell group when welding is not required.
• Clean welding station and maintain neatness in the surrounding work areas.
• Assist the team in 5S advancements
• Assist in the implementation of Lean Principles.
• Ability to weld on any line and train temporary and/or new welders
• This list may not be all-inclusive and may include other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  

CRITICAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completed Tenneco Welding Certification program with in 30 days of hire
• Knowledge and skills of two welding processes (Gas Metal Arc, Gas Tungsten Arc) is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 1 year in manufacturing environment, 3 plus years Automotive experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, directions, charts, forms, and safety regulations.
• Ability to correctly use and read various gauges.
• Ability to work well with other employees in a team concept.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Confined work space
• Weld flashes
• High noise levels
• Varying temperatures (hot to cold)
• Welding fumes and smoke
• Fast paced
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Extensive standing, walking, moderate bending, stooping, torso twisting, constant hand and arm motion
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to tolerate extreme hot temperatures
• Good visual ability
• Ability to sit frequently for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move about the plant in both the office and manufacturing areas.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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