Welder Fabricator

Freedom Motors USA; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Freedom Motors USA in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a skilled Welder to join our manufacturing team and contribute to vehicle conversions that empower customers with independence. This hands-on role requires precision, safety, and dedication to quality as you weld critical components of mobility vehicles.

You will read blueprints, adjust MIG welding settings, operate grinders and cutting tools, bend pipes, and troubleshoot on the line while maintaining meticulous documentation and a strong

Qualifications

• Hands-on welding experience in automotive manufacturing or related field.
• Proficiency operating welding machines and regulating current/voltage for proper fusion.
• Ability to read and fabricate from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical sketches.
• Pre-inspection skills and attention to quality—catch errors before moving down the line.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and propose solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Own the welding part of the manufacturing process.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications as directed.
• Operate MIG welder, grinder, reciprocating saw, and cut-off wheel.
• Ability to bend and shape pipes of various materials and sizes with precision.
• Knowledge in pipe fitting and welding techniques.
• Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and safety concerns, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Maintain compliance with quality and safety standards, policies and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and follow both written and verbal work instructions.

Skills

Welding experience

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Pre-inspection

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Attendance reliability

Tools

MIG welder

Grinder

Reciprocating saw

Cut-off wheel

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Our wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions give our customers the freedom to live life on their own terms. The Welder is a skilled, hands-on member of our manufacturing team, responsible for precision welding throughout the vehicle conversion process. This role requires technical expertise, a strong commitment to quality, and a genuine appreciation for the importance of the work that directly impacts the independence and quality of life for our customers.

What You’ll Do:

Your hands-on work drives our production.

• Assume responsibility for the welding part of the manufacturing process.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications as directed.
• Operate MIG welder, grinder, reciprocating saw, and cut-off wheel.
• Ability to bend and shape pipes of various materials and sizes with precision.
• Knowledge in pipe fitting and welding techniques.
• Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and/or safety concerns, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.

What You’ll Need:

We’re looking for hands‑on experience and a strong technical foundation.

• Proven hands‑on welding experience, ideally in automotive manufacturing or a related field.
• Proficiency with welding machine operation, including regulating current and voltage for proper metal fusion.
• Ability to read and fabricate from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical sketches.
• Pre‑inspection skills and attention to quality — you catch your own errors before they move down the line.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and propose effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to follow both written and verbal work instructions.
• Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Who We Want:

More than skills, we’re looking for people who care about the work they do.

• Mission‑Driven Craftspeople: You take pride in precision. Every weld you make ends up in a vehicle that a person with a disability will depend on — and you hold yourself to that standard.
• Safety‑First Professionals: You follow safety protocols because you genuinely care about yourself, your teammates, and the end customer — not just because it’s required.
• Self‑Starting Problem Solvers: When you see a problem, you dig in and figure it out. You don’t wait to be told what to do.
• Reliable Team Players: You show up, follow through, and support the people around you, contributing to a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Lifelong Learners: You’re committed to improving your craft and staying current because better skills mean better vehicles. The only thing that's not your job here is saying "That's not my job."

This job description provides an overview of key duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an all‑inclusive listing.