Robotic Welder

Robotic Welder

Join a high-volume manufacturing team that produces seat frames and steel safety harnesses for a wide range of vehicles using mild steel. This role focuses on MIG and robotic welding, with opportunities to work with different welding levels based on your experience. You will contribute directly to the quality and safety of finished products while working in a structured, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and robotic welding on mild steel components, including seat frames and steel harnesses for various types of vehicles.
• Produce between 80 and 200 welded parts per day, depending on the assigned production area and product type.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand weld specifications, dimensions, and assembly requirements.
• Set up, operate, and monitor robotic welding equipment to ensure consistent and accurate welds.
• Inspect welds visually and with basic tools to verify quality, accuracy, and adherence to company and industry standards.
• Follow established welding procedures and safety guidelines to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Collaborate with team members on the production line to coordinate workflow and meet daily production targets.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of welding equipment and workstations to keep equipment in good working condition.
• Document work as required, including production counts and any issues affecting quality or output.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve weld quality, efficiency, or safety.

Essential Skills

• 6 months to 1 year of experience in MIG welding and/or robotic welding, or formal schooling in welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for welded assemblies.
• Hands-on experience working with mild steel in a production or training environment.
• Basic proficiency with MIG welding processes, including setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with robotic welding operations or willingness to learn robotic welding systems.
• Understanding of spot welding and soldering concepts.
• Ability to meet high-volume production requirements while maintaining consistent quality.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety procedures in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AWS training or certification in welding.
• Experience with weld inspection techniques and standards.
• Prior experience in a large manufacturing facility or high-volume production environment.
• Comfort working in a team environment with varying team sizes and shifts.
• Willingness to work different shifts, including first or second shift schedules.

Why Work Here?

You will join a supportive organization that offers second-chance opportunities and invests in employee well-being through on-site amenities and structured schedules. The facility provides access to an on-site gym and a health clinic that extends to family members covered under the company's insurance. Multiple breakrooms offer comfortable spaces for rest, and the organization's Christian-based culture includes an optional free lunch on Tuesdays for those who attend a Bible study. The company promotes stable, predictable work hours through four 10-hour shifts and offers shift premiums and attendance incentives for certain schedules, supporting both financial stability and work-life balance.

Work Environment

You will work in a very large manufacturing facility dedicated to producing bus seats and safety harnesses, using mild steel and high-volume welding processes. Teams range in size from approximately 50 to 150 people, depending on the shift, fostering a collaborative production environment. The standard schedule consists of four 10-hour days, with first shift running from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and second shift from 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday, which includes a shift premium. A weekend shift option operates on Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a perfect attendance bonus available each weekend. The facility uses MIG and robotic welding equipment and supports high daily part volumes, so you can expect a fast-paced, production-focused environment with structured shifts and clear performance expectations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westfield, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.40/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westfield, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.