1St Shift Jobs in Pendleton, SC (NOW HIRING)

Description

We're Hiring: Welder - First Shift

Build it. Weld it. Take pride in it.

If you enjoy turning raw materials into high-quality finished products and take pride in precision craftsmanship, we want to meet you.

At our growing manufacturing facility, you'll work alongside a skilled team producing components that meet the highest quality standards. Every weld matters, and every team member makes an impact.

LOCATION: Pelham Road, Greenville, SC

SHIFT: First 6:00 AM-4:30 PM 

       Monday - Thursday; Every Friday Off! 

What You'll Do

• Prepare, clean, and fabricate components for production
• ? Perform high-quality welds in multiple positions
• Read drawings, build lists, and work instructions
• ? Inspect your work to ensure it meets quality standards
• Work with a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Keep your work area organized and production moving efficiently

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has welding and fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment
• Can read blueprints and follow work instructions
• Takes pride in producing quality work the first time
• Pays close attention to detail
• Is dependable, safety-minded, and enjoys working as part of a team

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Stable, growing company
• Clean, safety-focused work environment
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Great team culture where your work is valued

Ready to build something you're proud of? Apply today and join a team where craftsmanship, quality, and teamwork come together every day.

Requirements

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Provides technical expertise to prepare, clean, fabricate, and weld various parts for production and development to ensure full satisfaction of our customers 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, check, and verify sub-parts needed for work orders and jobs; resolve any discrepancies
• Fabricate/weld parts correctly using job build list, drawings, specifications, and procedures
• Meet and sustain established quality and production volume performance criteria

SPECIFIC DUTIES ASSIGNED:Weld Cleaning and Preparation 

• Follow specific written and oral instruction for cleaning and preparation of weld materials
• Prepare and clean product using various methods: compressed air, water, deburring, etc.
• Set-up/breakdown all weld equipment and workstations for production and prototype parts
• Receive and verify parts and raw material as needed for job; notify Team Lead of defects 

Welding & Production Flow

• Weld components in flat, vertical, and/or overhand positions to produce consistent quality welds
• Monitor weld processes to avoid overheating of parts to prevent warping, shrinking, or expansion
• Adjust setting and controls of equipment and/or position and movement of fixtures as needed
• Assist team in ensuring department production, efficiency, and safety goals are met
• Confer with supervisor on anticipated completion of assignments to ensure efficient work flow

Quality Assurance

• Check and inspect work at in-process and final checkpoints as per documented weld procedures 
• Visually examine and inspect work in-process for conformance as required - i.e., using Fillet Gauges 
• Promote and assist others to meet Quality Policy and ISO standards and customer expectations 
• Record, verify, and review results for product requirement and/or conformance
• Input all build data and accurately voucher time and materials into manufacturing software system

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and understand daily job assignments, priorities, and work instruction
• Organize, clean, and maintain area tools, and equipment daily
• Assure all department work centers and related areas are safely maintained, clean, and organized
• Performs all work within the scope of abilities under all quality and safety policies and practices
• Establish and maintain effective, positive, and professional communication with all co-workers
• Willingly performs other duties as trained and able

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Not ApplicableEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Must possess a verifiable high school diploma or equivalent (GED); AWS Certification preferred
• Must have a minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, & REGISTRATIONS:

Not Applicable

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS:

Must have:

• Ability to work independently; to make good, sound, and timely decisions & exercise proper judgment and discretion
• Ability to understand, track, organize, and successfully complete multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact diplomatically with employees, customers, and associates
• Ability to handle and process information in a timely and confidential manner
• Ability to sustain high energy and enthusiasm with the appropriate level of urgency as needed
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand all drawings, routers, and process specifications 
• Ability to meet production and quality performance metrics regularly and consistently
• Ability to learn and accurately use company computer software programs as related to role
• Ability to work independently while making good, sound, and timely decisions
• Ability to receive and understand training by various methods: i.e., oral, written, on-the-job, computer-based, etc.
• Proficient writing and speaking skills with ability to communicate professionally, objectively, and effectively
• Sufficient ability to read, write, and speak in English and be understood; able to follow instructions
• Sufficient visual acuity (corrected) to be able to read and view paperwork, printouts, screens, etc.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to type and operate equipment as related to fulfilling assigned duties
• Ability to uphold and comply with the company Mission, Safety and Quality Policies 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must have speaking ability; and sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics to enable and adequately perform the job
• Must be able to sit/stand continuously on a daily basis 
• Must be able to twist, turn, bend, and reach freely without pain or discomfort
• Must have sufficient dexterity in both hands and arms to perform routine operation of equipment
• Physical activity: Sitting, walking, standing, typing, holding, grasping, etc. approximately 70% of time 
• Bending, reaching outwards and above shoulders, and lifting twenty pounds unassisted approximately 30% of time

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Job activities are generally performed in a lighted, temperature-controlled, and well-ventilated factory environment.  

One will be exposed to changes in ambient temperature, noise, and dust without abnormal hazards or risks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.