Spot Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Apex Placement & Consulting is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Spot Welder for a manufacturing client in Sterling Heights, MI. This is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on manufacturing experience who is comfortable operating welding equipment, performing quality checks, and working in a fast-paced production environment. The Spot Welder will operate single- and dual-tip, pedal-activated spot welders/resistance welding equipment to produce quality parts according to established specifications. This position also requires equipment inspections, quality checks, material handling, and maintaining a safe and organized work area. What’s in it for you?- Day shift to start

• Position will transition to 2nd shift in November
• Opportunity to gain additional manufacturing and welding experience
• Cross-training opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Potential for long-term growth

What your day will look like:

• Operate single- and dual-tip pedal-activated spot welders/resistance welding equipment
• Follow all procedures outlined in the spot welder operating manual
• Perform pre-operation equipment inspections
• Verify welding tip alignment and make necessary adjustments to maintain product quality
• Perform welding tip changes and adjust heat schedules as required
• Conduct quality checks on completed welds and accurately document test results
• Dress and clean welding tips based on welder, profile, and material requirements
• Stack, band, and properly label finished products
• Operate air-powered banding equipment
• Safely operate a forklift as required
• Read and use micrometers, dial calipers, and tape measures
• Utilize scan guns, kiosks, and label-printing equipment
• Follow all company safety procedures and guidelines
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area
• Cross-train in other production areas as needed
• Perform additional duties as directed by management

What we are looking for:

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred
• Spot welding, resistance welding, or related welding experience preferred
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to read micrometers, dial calipers, and tape measures
• Comfortable using scan guns and basic computer/kiosk systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to follow written work instructions and safety procedures
• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Must be available to work day shift initially and transition to 2nd shift in November

At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.