Welding Machine Operator Trainee - 1st Shift Training

Blackstonevalley; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

STD

LTD

401(k)

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Riverdale Mills Corporation in Northbridge, MA is seeking a Welder Machine Operator Trainee for 1st and 2nd shifts. The position trains on the 1st shift (6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) for about three months, with 2nd shift hours 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

You will operate a computer-controlled welding machine to produce welded wire mesh, perform set-ups, changeovers, and assist with routine maintenance. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2–5 years of machine operator experience or strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to work independently and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail is required.
• Willingness to lift up to 50 lbs and maintain safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate computer-controlled welding machine to produce welded wire mesh per production schedule.
• Perform set-ups and changeovers; assist with routine machine maintenance.
• Perform and record prescribed quality checks and report issues to supervisor.
• Maintain proper wire positioning for feeding into the welder and inspect finished rolls.
• Help other machine operators as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Organized

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Riverdale Mills Corporation in Northbridge, MA is seeking a Welder Machine Operator Trainee for 1st and 2nd shifts. The position trains on the 1st shift (6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) for about three months, with 2nd shift hours 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

You will operate a computer-controlled welding machine to produce welded wire mesh, perform set-ups, changeovers, and assist with routine maintenance. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.