Coded Aluminium Welder - Automotive Industry

Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Coded Aluminum Welder to ensure high-precision welding on automotive components. The ideal candidate has 3 years of experience, preferably with Red Seal certification. Responsibilities include using TIG and MIG processes, interpreting engineering drawings, and maintaining welding standards. Candidates should reside around Heidelberg, Boksburg, or Kempton Park. This role demands a high attention to detail and the ability to work in a quality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in coded aluminum welding.
• Ability to work within tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of aluminum alloys.

Responsibilities

• Perform coded aluminum welding using TIG and MIG processes.
• Weld chassis parts, body panels, and engine components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.

Skills

Coded aluminum welding

TIG welding

MIG welding

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Education

Welding certificate

Red Seal certification

Job description

A Company is seeking a high-precision performing coded aluminum welding on automotive components and assemblies that will ensure compliance with automotive quality standards, safety regulations, and approved welding procedures.

3 years Coded aluminum welding experience

Red Seal preferably …or welding certificate, experience can supersede this

Motor industry/manufacturing

Heidelberg must reside in area, Boksburg, Kempton Germiston, …...

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out coded aluminium welding using TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) processes

• Weld automotive components such as chassis parts, body panels, engine components, brackets, frames, and sub-assemblies

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, WPS, and welding symbols

• Prepare aluminium materials through cutting, cleaning, jigging, and fitting

• Ensure welds meet automotive quality standards and dimensional tolerances

• Conduct visual inspections and assist with NDT testing where required

• Maintain welding machines, jigs, fixtures, and tools

• Adhere strictly to OEM, ISO/TS 16949 / IATF 16949, and health & safety standards

• Complete production and quality documentation accurately

• Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams

Minimum Requirements

• Certified / Coded Aluminium Welder (TIG and/or MIG)

• Proven experience in the motor or automotive manufacturing industry

• Strong understanding of aluminium alloys used in automotive production

• Ability to work with tight tolerances and high-volume production

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

• High attention to detail and quality

Preferred / Advantageous

• Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience

• Experience with robot-assisted or jig-based welding

• Trade Test / Red Seal

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and quality systems

• Willingness to work shifts and overtime

Key Competencies

• Precision workmanship

• Quality-focused mindset

• Problem-solving ability

• Team collaboration

• Strong safety awareness